CETP ADMINISTRATION GUIDE
CETP ADMINISTRATION GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
An Introduction to CETP ..................................................................................................... 3
Background and History .................................................................................................. 3
2008 CETP Certifications and Curriculum Map................................................................ 5
Titles and Descriptions of Training Materials.................................................................6
The CETP Certification Process ......................................................................................... 8
Recognized Standards for Valid Certification Programs ................................................. 8
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Elements for Credible Certification Programs ..................................................... 8
2.
Development, Implementation and Maintenance Processes .............................. 9
3. Certification Requirements .................................................................................. 9
Certification Testing Procedures ...................................................................................... 10
Test ResuIts ..................................................................................................................... 11
CETP Credentials............................................................................................................. 11
Retesting/Due Process..................................................................................................... 11
CETP Class Preparation...................................................................................................... 13
Technical Training and Adult Education .......................................................................... 13
Preparing for CETP Presentations .................................................................................. 15
Preparing for the First Instructional Presentation of the CETP Materials .................... 15
Necessary Adjustments in Instructional Delivery ......................................................... 15
Instructional Delivery System Features ....................................................................... 15
Ordering CETP Materials and Tests ............................................................................ 16
Student Modules and Instructor’s Guides ................................................................ 16
Certification Examinations........................................................................................ 17
CETP Instructors ............................................................................................................. 17
The Role of CETP Instructors ...................................................................................... 17
Information for CETP Instructors ................................................................................. 18
Estimated Time Frames for CETP Classes ................................................................. 19
Class Size..................................................................................................................... 20
Equipment And Supplies.............................................................................................. 20
Classroom Design........................................................................................................ 21
Submitting Corrections/Revisions Using the Industry Feedback Form......................... 21
CETP Test Proctors...................................................................................................... 21
The Role of CETP Test Proctors............................................................................... 21
Information for CETP Test Proctors .......................................................................... 22
CETP Answer Key............................................................................................................... 33
Basic Principles and Practices of Propane - Textbook........................................................ 33
Propane Delivery·- Textbook .............................................................................................. 37
Plant Operations Basic Certification ................................................................................... 42
Vapor Distribution Systems Operations............................................................................... 52
Transfer System Operations................................................................................................ 63
Appliance Installation © 2001.............................................................................................. 67
Applying Basic Electricity Principles to Service Propane Appliances.................................. 73
Large Industrial/Commercial Gas Fired Equipment Connection & Service .........................81
Curriculum Maps of CETP Certification Areas..............................................................86
Basic Principles and Practices of Propane – E-Learning……………………………........86
Basic Principles and Practices of Propane – Textbook……………………………….......86
Propane Delivery·– E-Learning………………………………………………………….......87
Propane Delivery·- Textbook…………………………………………………………….......87
Plant Operations Basic Certification…………………………………………………….......89
Vapor Distribution Systems Operations Module Map…………………………………......90
Transfer System Operations Module Map……………………………………………….....91
Appliance Installation Module Map……………………………………………………….....91
Appliance Basic Electricity Principles to Service Appliances Module ………………......92
Large Industrial/Commercial Gas Fired Equipment Connection & Service Module Map
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CETP Forms.....................................................................................................................93
NPGA CETP Certification Test Order Form…………………………………………......94
Propane Education & Research Council Industry Feedback Form………………......95
Certified Employee Training Program (CETP) Order Form………………………........97
An Introduction to CETP
Background and History
Since its inception in 1988, the Certified Employee Training Program (CETP) has
provided professional training material to thousands of employees in the propane
industry. Additionally, CETP provides employers a valuable tool for satisfying one
of their most basic responsibilities-employee training coupled with verifiable thirdparty documentation of that training.
The conceptual mission and goals of the Certified Employee Training Program
(CETP) are to:
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Encourage professionalism and integrity in the propane industry.
Raise the level of technical competency of persons working in the propane
industry.
Establish job performance norms with which beginning employees can be
evaluated.
Create an incentive for personal improvement for employees of the
propane industry.
CETP gives trainers and employers a formal structure for
(1) training employees,
(2) testing their knowledge and skill levels, and
(3) documenting their successful completion of a training program.
Combining hands-on activities with written evaluations, CETP assures that
workers have both the knowledge and skills needed to do their jobs safely. Once
they have successfully completed CETP--and that success has been verified-workers receive a certificate, wallet card and uniform patch attesting to their
professional training.
Sometimes called a “model curriculum,” CETP training material is designed to be
adaptable for use in community college, trade school, seminar, in-house training,
or self-directed study settings. CETP represents the propane industry training
standard, and provides the basis for attainment of professional competency
credentials for propane industry personnel. The program is based on prevailing
industry authoritative sources, and offers a program in instruction, study
materials and testing, and requires employer verification of skills.
In its fifteenth year as the model technical training curriculum for the propane
industry, the Certified Employee Training Program is a mature training and skills
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certification program. Widely used in the propane industry it is the basis for state
jurisdictional licensure programs in states such as Maine1 , Maryland, Michigan,
Missouri, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Vermont.
To date, in excess of 137,000 employee test records and 124,000 on-the-job
skills assessment records have been processed and archived. Of the total
number of employees who sit for certification testing approximately 91% are
ultimately certified in the pertinent certification area.
Certifications and tests do not represent the total usage and impact of the CETP
program, as it provides a personal professional reference library for on-going use
for the participating employee, and a reference for on-going training efforts within
many propane-marketing companies. Further, some companies use a version of
the Basic Principles and Practices [of Propane] developed for company office
personnel (which does not include certification testing) to train clerical and office
personnel.
With the exception of certification area 8.0 Large Industrial/Commercial Gas-Fired.
Equipment Connection and Service (which is limited to a certification examination
and integral application worksheets), certification requires the candidate to score
at the mastery level (currently, 70%) on the certification area examination and to
complete an on-the-job skills assessment administrated by a company supervisor
or qualified skills evaluator.
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Maine uses CETP and supplemental natural gas training modules developed by Industrial
Training Services to qualify both propane and natural gas employees for licensure.
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2008 CETP Certifications and Curriculum Map
Bold Type Numbers and Titles and Double-Line Boxes
Designate Certifications Offered
Basic Principles & Practices (20 Modules)
AVAILABLE IN A TEXTBOOK AND CETP E-LEARNING DVD
Prerequisite Certification to all others except 2.3 Operating a Transport to Deliver Propane
Vapor Distribution
System Operations
Basic Plant Operations
Propane Delivery Operations and
Cylinder Delivery
CETP E-LEARNING DVD
TEXTBOOK
Maintaining ASME Tanks
(12 Modules; 13th Module—Converting
Tanks from Ammonia Service optional)
Maintaining DOT Cylinders
Bobtail Delivery
Operations
CETP E-LEARNING DVD
TEXTBOOK
(10 Modules)
(6 Modules)
Operating Dispensing
Equipment to Fill Containers
(17 Modules)
Operating a Cylinder
Delivery Vehicle
Appliance
Installation
Large Industrial/
Commercial Gas-Fired
Equipment
Connection & Service
Applying Basic
Electricity to
Service Propane
Appliances
Preparing &
Installing Vapor
Distribution System
Components
(6 Modules)
Operating a Transport to
Deliver Propane
Layout Design &
Selection of a Vapor
Distribution System
Designing &
Installing
Dispenser
Transfer Systems
Maintaining Bulk Plant
Equipment
(25 Modules)
(9 Modules)
Optional Plant Operations
Certifications
(16 Modules)
Performing Cargo Tank Product
Transfers
Operating a Truck, Tank
Trailer or Tractor/
Trailer to Deliver or
Relocate ASME Tanks
(10 Modules)
(12 Modules)
Performing Railcar
Product Transfers
(6 Modules)
Maintaining DOT Inter-modal
(IM) Tanks
(11 Modules)
Bobtail Delivery Operations (2.2) & Cylinder Delivery Operations (2.4) are offered as an optional combined certificate
(All Delivery Certifications require completion of Modules 1 – 6 of Propane Delivery Operations, formally Delivery Basics (2.1)
Basic Principles & Practices, Propane Delivery Operations & Cylinder Delivery, and Bobtail Delivery are all available via CETP E-Learning DVD
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Titles and Descriptions of Training Materials
The training materials are designed as a learning resource and career development
resource for the individual employee. Training materials should be supplied for each
participating employee for each certification area being taught. The only other material
needed by the employee is a copy of NFPA #58 for Basic Principles and Practices in
Propane and NFPA #54 and #58 for the other certification areas. The certification areas
are described below.
Basic Principles and Practices in Propane
(Available in either in a CETP E-Learning DVD or Textbook)
Basic Principles and Practices is a prerequisite to the more advanced classes (except
for Transport Delivery), and includes modules covering the physical properties and
combustion characteristics of propane, identifying propane industry standards, safety
codes and regulations, identifying the basic parts of tanks, cylinders, and bulk storage
installations, maintaining a safe working environment, identifying commonly used hand
tools and supplies, and serving the customer.
Propane Delivery
Propane Delivery includes inspecting, maintaining and operating propane delivery
vehicles, filling propane storage containers, and making customer deliveries of propane.
Propane Delivery Operations (same as the previous Propane Delivery Operations) is not
a certification, nor a prerequisite course component of the Propane Delivery certifications.
However, knowledge objectives from Propane Delivery Operations are included
in each of the delivery certification examination test question batteries and, the skills
assessment for Propane Delivery Operations must be completed, documented, and the
skills evaluation form received by Industrial Training Services, Inc. in order for the certification
candidate to become certified in Operating a Bobtail to Deliver Propane, Operating a
Transport to Deliver Propane, Operating a Cylinder Delivery Vehicle to Deliver Propane,
or Operating a Truck, Tank Trailer or Tractor/Trailer to Deliver or Relocate ASME Tanks.
The certifications offered in Propane Delivery are:
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Propane Delivery Operations (Textbook or CETP E-Learning DVD)*
Cylinder Delivery (Textbook or CETP E-Learning DVD)*
Operating a Bobtail to Deliver Propane (Textbook or CETP E-Learning DVD)
Operating a Transport to Deliver Propane
Operating a Cylinder Delivery Vehicle to Deliver Propane
Operating a Truck, Tank Trailer or Tractor/Trailer to Deliver or Relocate ASME
Tanks
Plus a combined certification:
Operating a Bobtail or Cylinder Delivery Vehicle to Deliver Propane
*Note: "Propane Delivery Basics" and "Cylinder Delivery" are contained in a single text and E-Learning
DVD. Students who are only seeking certification in "BobTail Delivery", and thus do not need instruction
or certification in "Cylinder Delivery" do not need to take modules 7 through 9.
Plant Operations
Plant Operations covers identifying and installing valves in propane storage containers,
identifying and installing gauges in propane storage containers, removing propane from
tanks and cylinders, inspecting, maintaining, and requalifying propane tanks and
cylinders, and unloading propane transports and rail cars.
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Plant Operations will offer one standard certification area with three optional specialized
certifications.
The standard certification area in Plant Operations Basic Certification consists of the
following:
Maintaining ASME Tanks
Maintaining DOT Cylinders
Operating Dispensing Equipment to Fill Containers
Maintaining Bulk Plant Equipment
The optional specialized certification areas in Plant Operations are:
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Performing Cargo Tank Product Transfers
Performing Railcar Product Transfers
Maintaining DOT Intermodal (IM) Tanks
Vapor Distribution Systems Operations
Distribution System Operations covers installing propane storage tanks and cylinders,
vapor regulation and metering systems, vapor distribution systems, liquid distribution
and vaporizer systems, inspecting and pressure testing propane piping systems, and
installing and testing cathodic protection systems. The certification areas in Vapor
Distribution Systems Operations are:
Layout, Design and Selection of a Vapor Distribution System
Preparing and Installing Vapor Distribution System Components
Transfer System Operations
Transfer System Operations covers maintaining and troubleshooting pumps and
metered delivery systems and propane compressors, maintaining propane valves, flow
monitors, and hoses, and inspecting and maintaining liquid transfer systems.
Appliance Installation
Appliance Installation is a prerequisite to Appliance Service. Appliance Installation
covers placing propane utilization equipment into service, identifying the fundamental
principles of venting and ventilation, pressure testing and leak checking propane piping
systems, controlling propane/air mixtures for proper combustion, and sizing and
installing natural draft venting systems.
Basic Electricity for Propane Appliances (Appliance Service)
Appliance Service covers identifying troubleshooting skills in electrical circuits/systems,
measuring electrical quantities, identifying operating characteristics and components of
common sensing devices, and troubleshooting control devices basic to gas operated
equipment.
Large Industrial/Commercial Gas-Fired Equipment
Large Industrial/Commercial Gas-Fired Equipment covers determining gas supply
requirements for large industrial gas fired equipment; identifying characteristics and
functions of valve trains and ignition safety systems used with large gas fired equipment;
identifying characteristics and functions of safety controls and burner designs used with
large gas fired equipment; and identifying system testing and start up procedures that
apply to large gas fired equipment.
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The CETP Certification Process
Recognized Standards for Valid Certification Programs
Just as there are codes and consensus standards that apply to operations of the
propane industry, there are consensus standards that apply to certification
programs. These standards are the results of years of work by trade
associations, academic institutions, and standards organizations. Examples
include the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD), the
International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET),
International Board of Standards for Training, Performance and Instruction
(IBSTPI), and the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE).
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Elements for Credible Certification Programs
Fundamental consensus standards for certification programs require:
a.
Established and Communicated Certification Requirements
In order to meet this standard, there must be a set of requirements
for certification as determined by the certifying organization. Those
requirements must be communicated with the stakeholders who
have an interest in the certification program.
b.
Content Validation requires two important elements:
(1) Program content must be based on a Job (Task) Analysis
(2) Subject Matter Review by Experts, qualified by their
experience as practitioners in the field
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Valid and Reliable Assessment of Candidates’ Knowledge and
Skills
(1) Valid Assessment must measure important job related
knowledge and skills
(2) Reliable Assessment must meet psychometric (valid testing)
standards and yield consistent measurement results
d.
Legally Defensible Assessment Program Protocols assure that
discrimination against any candidate for certification is not
intentional, inadvertent and, to the extent possible, does not occur
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2.
Development, Implementation and Maintenance Processes
To meet these standards for certification program validation it is necessary to
establish formal processes for development of the instructional delivery system
(training curriculum) to offer adequate preparation opportunities for certification
candidates. Although training can be delivered in a number of instructional
delivery methods (instructor-led, computer-based, multi-media, teleconferences,
Internet-based) each instructional delivery system must be legally defensible and
conform to the principle of Internal Validity-each delivery system offered must
provide all training elements required to prepare the certification candidate for
successful mastery of the certification assessment.
Instructional delivery system processes must also direct certification program
implementation and maintenance.
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Implementation methods must be consistent with the fundamental
requirements for valid certification programs.
Proper certification program maintenance is the mechanism for keeping
the certification program current with changing regulatory requirements,
technology, and generally accepted standards of the industry, profession
or trade.
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The processes required for developing, implementing and maintaining CETP in
keeping with standards for certification program validation are shown in the
diagram on the following page.
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Certification Requirements
The National Propane Gas Association’s CETP Certification Committee
(CCC) has established CETP certification requirements as a candidate’s
meeting two criteria:
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Passing the Certification Area Examination by scoring at the designated
Mastery Level Score or higher, and
Documentation of completion of the Performance-Based Skills Evaluation,
an on-the-job (OJT) training and skills performance evaluation.
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Certification Testing Procedures
1. Industrial Training Services (ITS), Murray, KY, and Castle Worldwide are the
recognized testing agencies designated and authorized to provide the
following services in relation to CETP certification testing:
a. Test proctor registration
b. Processing of test orders
c. Grading certification tests
d. Sending testing notifications, certificates and other credentials
e. Maintenance of candidate records
f. Releasing test results (upon proper authorization by testing
candidates)
2. The test proctor is provided with a complete set of test instructions
The following guidelines have been established regarding the use of test
proctors:
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Proctors must register with Castle Worldwide by registering at
www.cetpcertification.org.
Tests will only be released to registered proctors.
Proctors may not be participating as a student in the class (es) where
test(s) are administered.
State and/or local codes may require an independent test proctor who is
not an employee of the same company.
A complete set of test instructions is provided for each employee who is testing.
3.
The certification test must be administered as a “closed book test.” The
testing must be monitored by the proctor to ensure that the only materials
available to the employee testing are NFPA #58 and #54, which are used
as references for technical data which may be required by particular test
questions.
4.
All test packets must be kept closed prior to testing, and the seal on the
envelope should only be broken by the individual employee at the
direction of the test proctor at the start of the testing session.
5.
As each employee completes the test, the employee should place all test
materials in the original envelope, seal the envelope and present the
sealed envelope to the test proctor.
6.
All written test materials for the session, including any extra test packets
not used, must be returned to Industrial Training Services, Inc., in Murray,
KY no later than 10 days from the testing date.
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Test Results
Test results are only released (1) after successful certification testing and (2)
upon receipt of the completed Skills Assessment Evaluation Affidavit. If a student
chooses to share his/her test results, he/she can either sign the release
statement on the test answer sheet by which the individual authorizes Industrial
Training Services to release an additional grade report to either (1) the
individual’s employer or (2) the course instructor, if requested, or if taking the
NPGA CETP Certification test on-line, choose to share their records.
CETP Credentials
Upon successful completion of both the Certification Test and the required Skill
Assessments, each student/employee is issued a Certificate of Completion, a
uniform patch and a wallet card. No credentials are issued unless both parts
of the CETP certification (Certification Test and the Skills Assessments)
have been completed.
In cases where Skill Assessments are completed after the final tests have been
taken, students/employees have no more than 12 months from the date the test was
taken to submit the skills assessment to the appropriate testing facility. After 12
months, scores will be invalidated.
On-line Test Candidates:
CASTLE Worldwide
900 Perimeter Park Drive, Suite G
Morrisville, NC 27560
Paper test Candidates:
Industrial Training Services, Inc.
310 C.C. Lowry Drive
Murray, KY 42071”
In addition, the Basic Principles & Practices (BPP) prerequisite must be met prior to
being certified in the more advanced CETP categories, with the exception of the
“Transport Delivery” certification. No advanced credentials will be issued to
candidates who have not satisfied the BPP prerequisite. Test results will be
destroyed 12 months after they are graded if the prerequisite is not subsequently
met.
Retesting/Due Process
Students/employees may re-take one or more certification tests. An additional fee is
charged for each attempt, and all proctor requirements must be met.
Actual written test documents are retained by ITS for 60 days after they are
submitted. Questions regarding the actual test documents must be submitted in
writing to ITS within this time.
Testing Irregularities
Test items are monitored regularly by the sponsoring organizations to assure their
validity. In addition, ITS personnel monitor aggregate test group scores and field
feedback to assure there are no irregularities in the testing environment.
Irregularities are reported to the sponsoring organization and investigated.
Americans with Disabilities Act Issues
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Examinations and courses related to certification are subject to the Americans With
Disabilities Act (ADA). A disabled individual must have an equal opportunity to obtain
the same result as any other applicant, i.e., an equal opportunity to demonstrate the
skills, knowledge and achievement that the certification examination is intended to
measure. The most common accommodations requested by and provided to
disabled individuals in connection with a certification program are extra time to take
the examination or a reader to administer the exam orally.
Authorization to administer CETP examinations orally must be obtained in advance
of the test day from ITS, either by phone (270/753-2150), fax (270/753-9807) or email. It is recommended that instructors or course sponsors provide an opportunity
for candidates to indicate (discreetly) whether such accommodations are required.
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CETP Class Preparation
Technical Training and Adult Education
Instructors should keep the following principles regarding technical training and
adult education in mind throughout the processes of module presentation
planning and execution.
1.
Technical training is targeted to adult learners who have identified jobrelated needs.
2.
Technical training is operation and task-based.
3.
Technical training is designed to convey stated learning objectives
(performance criteria) and to enable participants to successfully meet
performance objectives.
4.
Learning and performance objectives must be measurable.
5.
Applicable industry standards and regulatory codes must be included in
technical training. Instructional materials and instructor presentations must
be consistent with the codes and standards where identified standards
and codes apply to learning objectives and described tasks.
6.
Training media must be internally valid-they must contain the concepts
and information that are required for learners to demonstrate mastery of
concepts and to perform identified tasks.
7.
Instructors must utilize reviews and “check out activities” to ensure that
learners are clearly acquiring the concepts and information presented in
instructional material, and that learners are prepared for post instructional
testing (and to perform the skills in the skills assessment, if applicable).
8.
The purpose of post-training testing is to require and allow the learner to
demonstrate mastery of the performance criteria. Conversely, the primary
goal of testing is not to grade or compare learners, nor to eliminate
learners from performing on the job (unless the person demonstrates
extreme deficiencies of required performance criteria).
CETP instructors should also be fully aware and appreciate general principles of
adult education, including:
1. Adult learners are typically motivated to learn and arrive with expectations
that the learning experience will help them to improve job performance.
2. Adult learners must be treated with respect.
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3. Adult learners (like learners of all ages) will gain more from the experience if
they can be physically involved and intellectually challenged.
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These percentages are only approximations, but they do indicate that learners
will retain more if they can hear the material presented rather than if they just
read the material. They will retain more if the instructor asks them to explain what
they heard or read. In other words, people remember what they did or said in
training better than what they were told in training.
The emphasis here is not only on doing, but on a combination of reading,
hearing, seeing, and doing.
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Adult learners bring personal experiences to the learning experience.
Some of these experiences are positive and some are negative. It is the
task of the instructor to relate training material to actual job performance
and clarify proper procedures without passing judgment on negative past
experience or past mistakes.
5.
Some adult learners fear change, and can only accept change when they
are able to recognize the benefits of change. (Learning by definition is a
change in behavior.) In some cases the instructor is called upon to be a
mentor and facilitator of change.
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Some adult learners have learning difficulties. They may have difficulty
with reading comprehension, interpreting graphics, mathematical
concepts, verbal expression, or hearing or vision impairments. Good
instructors will stay alert to individual learning difficulties and work to help
learners compensate, while protecting the dignity of the learner.
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In addition to being a competent presenter of the instructional material, CETP
instructors must be thoroughly familiar with the function and application of each
feature and the methodology of the CETP instructional delivery system.
Finally, CETP instructors must manage the instructional and learning experience
of the certification candidates. Technical training instructors fulfill many roles in
the course of training. Successfully performing these roles requires high-energy
expenditure and personal involvement.
Preparing for CETP Presentations
Preparing for the First Instructional Presentation of the CETP
Materials
Instructors will find that the CETP instructional materials are comprehensive, and
cannot be presented in a word-for-word approach. Much of the information is
provided as a professional reference for use by employees and company
managers to explain regulations, code requirements and procedures.
To successfully present the materials in an effective manner, instructors will need
to put in adequate preparation time, typically 2 to 3 hours for each hour of
instructional time, and become thoroughly familiar with the CETP curriculum
maps (located at the end of this publication), Certification Area modules, and the
module learning (performance) objectives.
A great resource is the CETP E-Learning DVD. The interactive graphics and
learning activities can be used to demonstrate specific gravity, incomplete
combustion and many other learning activities.
Necessary Adjustments in Instructional Delivery
For Classroom or Seminar Settings
Instructors must also understand that the materials are based on task analysis
and that the modules by necessity include all points that are essential to the
performance of the identified task. Therefore, there may be duplication of subject
matter in some modules, along with optional reference information that can be
used by learners and propane companies outside of the certification process.
Through experience, instructors will determine where there is subject matter
duplication and learn to avoid repeating those items in presenting later modules.
Instructional Delivery System Features
1. Regulation and Code References are identified where applicable to the
tasks presented in the material. References incorporate the latest
published editions of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes
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and currently published federal regulations from the Code of Federal
Regulations (CFR).
2. Increased use of recently acquired photos and illustrations illustrate
current technologies and equipment. Many of the photos and illustrations
are taken from currently available CETP instructional material such as the
CETP E-Learning DVDs.
3. Learning Aids (icons used to identify key points) are used in the material
to point out codes, regulations, the need to consult company-specific
policies and procedures, specific hazards and personal protection needs,
and other key messages.
4. Supplemental Information sections are included at the end of some
instructional modules to allow the employee to “learn more about it”
outside of the CETP instructional sessions.
5. Reviews at the end of each module allow certification candidates to
determine for themselves if they are ready for the certification examination
and allow for additional personal or instructor follow-up.
Ordering CETP Materials and Tests
Student Modules and Instructor’s Guides
CETP training materials may be ordered either (1) through state propane gas
association offices or (2) directly from Propane Resource Catalog. A sample
copy of the order form may be found at the end of this guide in the Section,
CETP Forms. When ordering CETP materials, be sure to allow adequate
processing time (approximately 10 working days) and to order enough materials
for additional students that may register.
CETP instructional materials are ordered from Propane Resource Catalog at 1866-905-1075.
Prepayment by credit card is required; only state and regional propane gas
associations may be invoiced.
Unused materials may be returned for credit, provided they are (a) in resalable
condition, (b) current edition materials and (c) returned within 60 days of the
course completion.
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Certification Examinations
NPGA CETP certification written examinations are ordered from ITS by fax at
270/753-9807 or phone at 270/753-2150. When ordering tests have the following
information on hand to give the ITS operator:
1.
Proctor name and address. Guidelines have been established regarding the
use of test proctors:
• Proctors are required to register with ITS using the form found at the end of
this guide in the Section, CETP Forms.
• Tests will only be mailed to registered proctors
• Proctors may not be participating as a student in the class (es) where test(s)
are administered
• State and/or local codes may require an independent test proctor who is not
an employee of the same company
• Tests will not be shipped to an individual company sponsoring the class,
proctors must be identified
2.
Test date
3.
Instructor’s name
4.
Credit card billing information
5.
Program sponsor
6.
To whom the certificates are to be mailed
At the time the test order is placed, ITS will assign an identifying group number,
which will be indicated on the test proctor’s instructions. This number is used by ITS
for tracking purposes and is recorded on each student’s answer sheet and must not
be changed.
On-line NPGA CETP Certification tests can be purchased the day of the test by
going on-line to www.cetpcertification.org.
CETP Instructors
The Role of CETP Instructors
CETP is designed to be used successfully in a variety of settings, including the
following:
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Self-directed study by certification candidates
Propane company training programs
Instructor-led seminars
Vocational and technology schools
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State propane gas associations and state propane educational council
training programs
Jurisdictional authority or trades council training programs
Ideally, people who teach CETP material should be technically proficient,
demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills, and be competent group
facilitators. Technical experts add to the training experience by being able to field
questions from the audience based on actual experience. Currently, no instructor
certification is required to teach CETP classes.
Information for CETP Instructors
As pointed out in the previous section on the role of the instructor, CETP
instructors must be thoroughly familiar with the function and application of each
feature and the methodology of the CETP instructional delivery system. Much of
the instructor’s knowledge of the methodology from previous CETP training
materials is applicable to the new CETP training materials. However, the
appearance of the materials and some of the instructional features will be new. In
addition, instructors need to know that the new training materials take a taskbased modular approach.
CETP materials will continue to use the proven instructional methodology of:
1. Prepare the learner
2. Present the learning (knowledge) objectives, in the context of codes,
standards and procedures
3. Review and reinforce the learning objectives
Therefore, it is vital that instructors utilize the features of the instructional
materials to faithfully implement the instructional methodology.
1. To prepare the learner, introduce them to these CETP guidelines:
(a) Table of Contents
(b) Chart of Learning Aids
(c) Learning Activities
(d) Introduction to the material and module objectives
At appropriate points where task performance procedures are presented learners
are reminded to comply with company-specific policies and procedures.
In addition to complying with NFPA 58 requirements, always strictly comply with
company procedures for parking propane transport vehicles indoors.
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2. To facilitate review and reinforcement of the learning objectives, each module
contains a Review (a) and a Performance Criteria Self-Check (b) of the learning
objectives.
An internal validity feature of this curriculum tracks each learning objective within
the module’s text, Review, and Performance Criteria Self-Check.
The number following the underlined text in the instructor’s guide refers to the
same numbered item in the Performance Criteria Self-Check located at the end
of each module. The underlined information may be used as a guide in reviewing
for the Review and Certification Exam.
Estimated Time Frames for CETP Classes
The following estimated time frames may be used as a guide when planning your
CETP classes. Remember, these are estimates based on:
•
•
•
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Adequate Instructor preparation
Good time and classroom management practices, especially adequate
organization, preparation and control of discussion
Limited and focused use of props, audio visuals and other instructional
enhancements
Good use of overhead projectors, slides, or computer-projected instructional
presentations (PowerPoint®, etc) to assure coverage of learning objectives
and reviews
Instructors may find that their instructional hours decrease as they gain
experience presenting the new modularized materials and refine their
presentation methods and organizational approaches.
Certification Area
Estimated Instructional and
Certification Testing Hours
Basic Principles and Practices
CETP Textbook
CETP E-Learning Basic Principles & Practices
16
10
Propane Delivery Operations and Cylinder Delivery
CETP Textbook – Propane Delivery Operations and Cylinder Deliver
CETP E-Learning DVD – Propane Delivery Operations and Cylinder Delivery
8
Operating a Bobtail to Deliver Propane
CETP Textbook – Operating a Bobtail to Deliver Propane
CETP E-Learning DVD – Bobtail Delivery Operations
16
Operating a Transport to Deliver Propane
16
Operating a Cylinder Delivery Vehicle to Deliver Propane
8
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Operating a Truck, Tank Trailer or Tractor/Trailer Deliver or Relocate ASME Tanks
8
Plant Operations (Areas 3.1 - 3.4)
16
Performing Cargo Tank Product Transfers
8
Performing Railcar Product Transfers
12
Maintaining DOT Intermodal (1M) Tanks
12
Layout, Design and Selection of a Vapor Distribution System
16
Preparing and Installing Vapor Distribution System Components
18
Transfer System Operations
16
Appliance Installation
18
Appliance Service
18
Large Industrial/Commercial Gas-Fired Equipment
16
*Up to 4 additional hours should be estimated for “first time” instruction of
the material.
Class Size
Ideally, this material was designed for a maximum class size of approximately 20-25
students.
Equipment And Supplies
Overhead or LCD projector, with extra bulbs
Extension cords
Projection screen
A table to accommodate, the projector
A lectern
A side table for training materials and supplies
A chalk board, dry marker board or large flip chart
Flip chart markers, chalk, or dry markers
NO.2 pencils
Supplemental learning materials and associated equipment
Video, VCR, monitor
Slide/tape
Computer projector
Equipment cut-aways, etc.
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Classroom Design
The training room must comfortably accommodate the students and trainers in
addition to the equipment required. An open floor plan encourages participation
and informality. This arrangement is designed to reduce tension and
apprehension within the group.
Submitting Corrections/Revisions Using the Industry Feedback Form
Industry Feedback Form. The Industry Feedback form may be used to obtain feedback
from any of the PERC Safety & Training materials. If you have a suggested improvement
of the CETP materials or any of the PERC products, you may submit an Industry
Feedback form either electronically by going to www.propanesafety.com, by filling out
the form located in the CETP Forms section, or by sending in the form included with all
PERC Safety & Training materials.
CETP Test Proctors
The Role of CETP Test Proctors
Simply put, CETP test proctors safeguard the integrity of the Certification
Examination program. Registered CETP test proctors:
1. Receive and protect CETP testing materials.
2. Administer Certification Examinations according to written testing protocols
3. Verify the identity of certification candidates
4. Ensure that certification candidates properly complete computer-scored
test answer forms
5. Prevent unauthorized use or reproduction of testing materials
6. Monitor the testing sessions to assure the legal defensibility of the
Certification Examination program (no discrimination against a candidate)
7. Collect and forward all testing materials, including unused test packets to
Industrial Training Services for processing
Test proctors should have no direct interest in the performance of any candidate
for certification, but are authorized to monitor persons sitting for certification
exams to ensure that they can properly complete Scantron” answer sheets and
to read questions and multiple choice answers without interpretation or inflection
to a candidate.
Additionally, test proctors may identify candidates who, due to a lack of reading
skills or other difficulty, may require accommodation (such as an orally
administered certification examination). Upon prior notice to the CETP Testing
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Program Administrator at ITS, arrangements and authorization for an orally
administered certification examination will be made.
Information for CETP Test Proctors
Individual CETP Certification Examinations are shipped in tape-sealed envelopes
for each testing group. The name of the Certification Area and the test number
are located on the bottom left-hand corner of the test packets so that you can
verify that you have the correct tests for the certification candidate test group. A
set of test proctoring instructions is sent for each test group.
Key instructions include:
• The only material candidates may have on the testing session is NFPA 54
and 58 codes and the test packets.
• Proctors must validate candidate identify by examining a photo id bearing
the candidate’s signature (e.g. driver’s license) before individual test
packets are issued.
• All testing materials (instructions, test booklets and Scantron” answer
sheets) must be placed in the test envelope and sealed in the presence of
the test proctor.
• Certification candidates may be expelled from the testing session for
attempting to take the test for someone else, giving or receiving
assistance of any kind, using books (except NFPA 54 and 58), notes,
papers, or recording devices of any kind, creating a disturbance,
attempting to remove test materials or scratch paper from the testing
room, or failure to follow test administrator’s (proctor) directions.
• In order for test results to be communicated to the candidate’s employer or
trainer, the candidate must sign and date the Release Statement on the
Scantron” answer sheet. It is the test proctor’s responsibility to make this
point clear to candidates for certification.
In addition to these general examination administration instructions, proctors also
receive written instructions explaining security procedures that apply to the
delivery, handling and return of exams.
Finally, the proctor must forward all test packets, including unused ones, to ITS
using a delivery service that tracks packages. A completed, signed and dated
Proctor Verification of Testing Process form must accompany the group tests.
Test proctors receive the following instructions when tests are mailed:
• Instructions to Test Proctor
• Test Site Procedures and Regulations
• Instructions for Recording Answers
• Example of correctly completed answer sheet (scan sheet)
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Instructions to Test Proctor
Group #
The purpose of these instructions is to address the implementation of testing,
procedures. This will enable the ITS office to more effectively serve you. The
success of the test administration depends on your cooperation.
1.
At student sign-in to your training session, please ask for a photo
identification showing a signature. This can be a driver’s license, passport,
or company photo ID. Check the signature on the 10against the signature
on the sign-in sheet.
As test proctor you may dismiss an examinee from the test session and notify
ITS, in writing, of the action taken for any of the following reasons:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Attempting to take the test for someone else
Giving or receiving assistance of any kind
Using notes, books, papers of any kind, listening devices, or recording or
photographic devices (EXCEPTION: Code books NFPA #54 and 58 may
be used as references while taking the exam.)
Attempting to remove test questions and/or responses (in any format) from
the testing room
Failure to follow the test administrator’s directions
Attempting to remove scratch paper from the testing room
Creating a disturbance
The statement must be signed and dated and preferably have the name(s) and
signatures of witnesses.
2.
Distribute the sealed manila envelope, which contains an exam, answer
sheet, and instructions to the examinee.
3.
Each exam packet contains the “Instructions for Recording Your
Answers.” Using the attached copy, review each item with the
examinee(s). Please announce the following:
•
•
•
•
Remind examinees that they are responsible for understanding and
following the direction for completing their answer sheets properly.
Examinees will receive no credit for any answers marked in the exam
booklet.
Sign the release statement on the front of the answer sheet.
Announce that any answer sheet returned without the exam booklet will
not be scored. Also the matter will be reported to the National Propane
Gas Association.
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•
THIS IS NOT AN OPEN BOOK EXAM. (EXCEPTION: NFPA #54 AND
#58 may be referenced while taking the exam.
4.
After completion of the exam, the employee should insert exam and
answer sheet back into the manila envelope and seal. Verify that exam
booklets are returned to you.
5.
The envelope(s) should then be collected and returned to the Industrial
Training Services office for grading along with the completed Proctor
Verification of Testing Process Form.
6.
Mail exams to ITS within 10 days of test administration.
7.
Please advise examinees that the certification process requires
completion of the written exam (Knowledge Assessment) and the handson certification (Skill Assessment). Book Eight does not require a handson certification (skill assessment)
In order to be certified, both the exam results and the completed Verification of
Completion of Skill Assessment must be on file in the Industrial Training
Services, Inc. office. Within thirty working days from the date the exam is
received at the Industrial Training Services’ office, and provided verification of
skill assessments have been received, we will issue individual exam scores and
applicable certificates, patches, and wallet cards.
8.
Please return all used and unused exams using a delivery service that can
track the package.
Testing Department Administrator
Industrial Training Services, Inc.
310 C. C. Lowry Dr.
Murray, KY 42071
9.
Please call our office at 270/753-2150 if you have any questions.
Test Site Procedures and Regulations
The proctor at each test site observes common procedures. The success of the
test administration depends on your cooperation.
•
Follow the test proctor’s instruction’s regarding check-in
procedures, exam distribution, seating and exam return.
The test proctor is authorized to dismiss you from the test session and to report
the action taken and your name to ITS for any of the following:
•
•
Attempting to take the test for someone else
Giving or receiving assistance of any kind
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•
•
•
•
•
Using notes, books, papers of any kind, listening ·devices,
recording or photographic devices
Attempting to remove test questions and/or responses (in any
format) from the testing room
Failure to follow the test administrator’s directions
Attempting to remove scratch paper from the testing room
Creating a disturbance
Instructions for Recording Exam Answers
A.
Your answer sheet will be read by a scanner and must be completed
accurately to ensure timely and efficient processing. Where required, you
must both print information in boxes and fill in or “grid” the corresponding
circles. The scanner cannot interpret information that is not gridded. If you
make changes, be certain to erase completely. Scanning discrepancies
typically occur when examinees make light marks or do not erase
unintended marks completely.
The computer-scoring process is subject to systematic, careful quality controls,
including rescoring a sample of the answer sheets by hand. To assure accurate
scoring, you are responsible for completing your answer sheet properly. You
must:
• Use a soft lead pencil (#2) or a black or blue ink pen. Remember if using
an ink pen you will not be able to erase cleanly any answer you change.
• For each question, be careful to mark the space that corresponds to the
answer you have chosen for that question. Also, make sure you mark your
answer in the row numbered the same as the number of the question you
are answering.
• Make heavy marks, which completely fill the circle. Light or partial marks
may not be read correctly by the scanner.
• Mark only one answer per question. If you mark more than one, the
question will be scored as a wrong answer.
• Do not skip any questions.
• Erase cleanly any answer you change.
• Make no stray marks anywhere on the answer sheet.
• Do not bend, fold, or staple the answer sheet.
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• After completing exam, insert the exam and answer sheet back in to the
manila envelope, seal and return exam to the proctor/administrator.
• Any answer sheet returned without the exam booklet will not be scored and
the examinee will not be allowed to retest.
• It is your responsibility to make certain you understand and follow the
directions for completing your answer sheet. You will receive no credit for
any answers marked in the exam booklet.
B.
Before you begin the exam, complete each of the following items on the
answer sheet.
1.
Name of Employee. Print your last name, first name and middle initial
(as it appears on your driver’s license) one letter to a box, omitting
apostrophes, hyphens, and spaces. Fill in the letters of your name by
marking the appropriate letter in the column below each letter that you
printed. See the attached example of a completed scan sheet.
2.
Social Security Numbers. Do not use dashes or spaces to separate the
numbers. To ensure proper record keeping, your social security number is
necessary. ITS does not release this information to anyone without
your authorization. Write your social security number in the space
provided. Completely fill in the appropriate circle in the column below each
digit.
3.
Test Date. Write the test date in the spaces provided. Fill in the
appropriate circle in the columns below each month, day and year. Use
the following for the numbers less than 10. (01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08.
09)
4.
Test Number. Write the number stamped on the front page of your exam
booklet in the spaces provided. Fill in the appropriate circle in the column
below each digit.
5.
Test Group. DO NOT CHANGE THE NUMBER ALREADY WRITTEN IN
THIS SPACE. This number is used by the Industrial Training Services,
Inc. staff for tracking purposes. Fill in the circle in the column below each
digit. If a number is not provided in the space, your instructor will give you
the group number.
6.
Instructor’s Name. Please PRINT your instructor’s name.
Proctor’s Name. Please PRINT your proctor’s name.
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7.
Address. Print clearly your company name, company street address, PO
Box (if applicable) and your company’s city state, zip code and phone
number. This is record purposes and not necessarily the place that the
results will be mailed.
8.
Release Statement. Print clearly your name and social security number.
Also, please sign the release statement on the answer sheet so that a
grade report may be sent to your employer and/or instructor, if requested.
9.
ITS USE ONLY. DO NOT MARK IN THIS SPACE.
10.
Instructor Number. Ask your instructor or proctor to provide you with the
number. Fill in the circle in the column below each digit. If the number is
not known, leave this space blank.
11.
ITS USE ONLY. DO NOT MARK IN THIS SPACE.
12.
Proctor Number. Ask your proctor to provide you with the number. Fill in
the circle in the column below each digit. If the number is not known, leave
this space blank.
Please review the following example of the properly completed answer sheet.
CETP Skills Assessment Evaluators
The Role of CETP Skills Assessment Evaluators
Skills Assessment Packet
Skills assessments combine two important aspects of the CETP certification
process-they allow candidates for certification to demonstrate required skills
performance criteria, and they function as an on-the-job (OJT) training element.
Skills evaluators may be propane company managers or supervisors, or
contracted training consultants. However, skills evaluators should meet these
qualifications:
1.
Skills evaluators should be familiar with the CETP instructional material.
2.
They should be familiar with the propane company’s policies and
procedures.
3.
They should direct the employee-candidate to describe each task as it is
performed.
4.
Evaluators should ask leading questions; pose scenarios involving
abnormal operating conditions, and use other methods to ensure that the
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candidate can not only demonstrate required skills, but can apply
knowledge criteria on the job as well.
5.
They should assure that the candidate properly applies company-required
safety measures while performing the skills.
6.
Evaluators should know which of the skills that are designated as optional
are not required under the employee’s job description and duties.
7.
They should complete the documentation of skills assessments, including
the affidavit form. After the documentation is complete, they should place
the designated pages in the company employee’s training file, and forward
the original copy of the completed affidavit to ITS for archiving.
8.
Evaluators should complete the skills assessment process within 12
months of the candidate’s certification examination and be certain that it is
received by ITS before the expiration of the 12 month qualifying period.
Information for CETP Skills Evaluators
As previously stated, skills assessments combine two important aspects of the
CETP certification process-they allow candidates for certification to demonstrate
required skills performance criteria, and they function as an on-the-job (OJT)
training element.
A separate page of basic instructions for the skills evaluator is sent with each
skills assessment packet.
Instructions for Performance-Based Skills Assessment Evaluation Packet
1.
The entire Evaluation Packet should be retained in the Company’s
employee training records files.
2.
After the last 2 pages of the Evaluation Packet (CETP Performance
Evaluation/Employer
Record) are completed, these two pages must be photocopied.
3.
The original 2 pages with the employee and evaluator signatures must be
forwarded to Industrial Training Services, Inc. as soon as possible. BUT
NO LATER THAN 12 MONTHS AFTER TAKING THE CERTIFICATION
TEST for the employee to receive CETP certification.
4.
The photocopy of the last two pages should be retained with the
Evaluation Packet in the employee’s training file in the Company’s
employee training records.
5.
Follow all instructions contained in the Evaluation Packet.
Each certification skills assessment has instructions for the evaluator and for the
certification candidate on pages 3 and 4.
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After the candidate and evaluator have read their instructions, the evaluator
should proceed by identifying any of the optional skills that do not apply to the
candidate, for example, railroad tank car unloading.
The skills to be evaluated are in a checklist format.
The certification candidate should perform the task while the evaluator verifies
that each of the checklist items is correctly completed. While doing so, the
evaluator should ask leading questions, pose scenarios that include abnormal
operating conditions, ask the candidate to explain what is being done, and
provide company-specific training and task related training where appropriate.
The evaluator should check off each item and mark the task as completed when
the certification candidate successfully completes it.
Skills Performance Checklist
Optional Skills Not Applicable to the
Employee Are Checked “Not Applicable”
After each applicable task in the skills assessment packet is successfully completed,
the candidate and evaluator should sign and date their respective sections of the
evaluation affidavit. The evaluator must record the evaluation on the second page of
Section IV, CETP Performance Evaluation/Employer Record form.
Both pages of the Performance Evaluation must be completed and sent to Industrial
Training Services, Inc. within 12 months of the candidate’s Certification Examination.
State and Regional Association Executives and
State Propane Education Council Administrators
As indicated in the CETP curriculum maps, the instructional delivery system
provides additional certification areas and greater flexibility in CETP offerings.
Certification Area presentation times will differ from the current CETP training
and certification examination timelines.
Refer to the updated timelines in this guide to assist you in planning future CETP
classes.
CETP instructional materials are ordered from Propane Resource Catalog at 1866-905-1075. CETP certification examinations are ordered from ITS by fax at
270/753-9807 or phone at 270/753-2150 or on-line through Castle Worldwide by
going to www.cetpcertification.org. State or regional organizations may be
invoiced for both training and testing materials.
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Propane Marketers
When propane marketers use the CETP features and processes, the program
will provide the opportunity for continuing improvement of employee performance
and to meet company regulatory compliance, safety, and insurance and risk
management programs goals.
The CETP program produces positive effects for:
• Company executives and managers
• Company operations supervisors
• Customer service representatives
• Customer and prospective-customer sales representatives
• Delivery and service personnel
• Plant and dispenser operating personnel
Due to the curriculum re-design, the content is in a modular task-based format.
This allows for customized employee training and continuing education, use of
specific content material in targeted company safety programs and employee
performance improvement programs, in addition to employee certification.
CETP instructional delivery systems allow for company training customization.
For example, the Basic Principles and Practices CETP E-Learning DVD has a
feature that allows marketers to insert company specific policies and procedures,
thus utilizing the maximum benefits of the training delivery system.
Customizing Training for Entry-Level Employees
CETP modules can be used to train a new office or plant employee by selecting
specific modules from the curriculum maps.
The same process allows for cross-training of employees as they move from one
job classification to others.
Continuing Education and Targeted Employee Safety Training
The modular CETP curriculum makes ready identification of materials that can be
used in company safety and training programs much easier. Each module covers
a task performed by propane employees on a regular basis. Company executives
and managers are able to use individual modules when refresher training is
needed.
By consulting the CETP curriculum maps, company officials can identify useful
modules for safety meetings or for post-incident or post accident review.
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CETP Documentation of Testing and Training
CETP training and employee certifications provide documentation of regulatory
and NFPA code requirements to use only qualified persons to handle, transport,
and store propane. CETP documents both employee qualifications and training
outcomes.
In addition to employee certificates, marketers are provided test results if their
employees sign the Release Statement authorizing ITS to communicate testing
information to the employer and CETP instructor. Two important points should be
remembered.
1. Test results and other CETP communications are directed to the address that
the certification candidate enters on the Scantron” test answer sheets. If the
marketer wants to receive the test results and other related CETP
correspondence, the marketer must give the desired address to employees in
advance of testing sessions and direct employees to enter the desired address.
The certificates and patches are mailed to the address given to the ITS operator
by the marketer at the time the test order is placed.
2. When employees sign the Release Statement, the employer receives a test
result form, as shown below.
Tests result forms indicate the items the employee missed on the certification
exam. A test matrix item identifier sheet is mailed with the test results form to
help the employee identify areas for review.
Test Item Matrix
Performance Criteria Checklist
The purpose of these reports is to provide the employer with the information
needed to follow up on employee training if the employer desires to do so.
Additional Suggestions for Maximizing the Benefits of CETP for Marketers
1. Use the skills evaluation packet with employees in advance of CETP
training or at anytime employee skills evaluation is appropriate, such as
during DOT mandated hazmat employee training or re-training.
2. Compare the CETP curriculum module maps with the mandatory training
requirements listed in the compliance guides in PERC’s Propane
Regulatory Compliance Guide-many of the training requirements can be
met and documented with CETP training.
3. Point out your commitment to CETP when negotiating contracts with
insurance underwriters, suppliers and potential customers-it’s a strong
point in obtaining the most favorable terms for your company.
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Finally, through the use of CETP features and content, propane marketers can
quickly identify how documented employee training requirements are met.
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CETP Answer Key
Basic Principles and Practices of Propane – Textbook ©2008
1.1 Introduction to Basic Principles and Practices of Propane
1)
2)
C
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A
1.2 Propane Customer Applications and Customer Service
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1.4 Odorants and Service Interruptions
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1.5 Complete and Incomplete Combustion Characteristics
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1.6 Standards, Regulations, and Safety
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1.7 Bulk Plants
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1.8 DOT Cylinders, Propane Piping, and Residential Systems
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Basic Principles and Practices of Propane Pre-Certification Exam Answer Key
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B
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C
A
C
B
D
D
B
C
D
D
C
A
B
A
C
A
D
C
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Propane Delivery Operations and Cylinder Delivery·- Textbook © 2008
2.1 Introduction to Propane Delivery Operations & Cylinder Delivery
1)
B
4)
B
2)
B
3)
C
2.2 DOT Licensing and Driving Requirements
6)
1)
C
7)
2)
C
8)
3)
B
9)
4)
B
10)
5)
A
B
B
A
D
B
2.3 Vehicle Inspections, Identification, and Documentation
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
A
C
A
B
A
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
C
B
D
C
B
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
B
B
B
D
A
A
C
2.4 Safely Handling Hazardous Materials
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
B
B
A
B
B
B
B
A
* If you are only going to take Bobtail Delivery certification you do not have to study Modules 7, 8,
and 9 in the Propane Delivery Operations and Cylinder Delivery. See your supervisor for
instructions.
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2.5 Driving Defensively and Handling Accidents and Emergencies
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
A
B
A
C
B
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
C
B
A
C
B
2.6 Vehicle Parking, Servicing, and Security
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
C
B
D
A
B
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
C
A
B
B
C
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
D
D
C
A
B
A
D
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
B
C
A
D
A
2.7 Preparing Cylinders for Filling
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
D
C
B
C
D
C
D
A
2.8 Filling Cylinders
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
A
B
A
A
B
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2.9 Delivering Cylinders
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
A
C
D
C
A
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
B
A
A
B
B
Propane Delivery Operations and Cylinder Delivery Pre-Certification Exam Answer
Key
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2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
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12)
13)
14)
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B
D
A
D
B
B
C
B
D
A
D
B
A
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B
A
D
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B
A
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D
B
A
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A
A
B
C
B
C
D
A
A
C
C
D
C
C
D
C
B
A
A
B
A
B
D
C
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Bobtail Delivery Operations·- Textbook © 2008
3.1 Introduction to Bobtail Delivery Operations
1)
A
4)
2)
B
5)
3)
D
3.2 Bobtail Equipment and Systems
1)
D
2)
B
3)
B
4)
B
5)
C
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
B
C
A
A
D
D
B
3.3 Loading Bobtails
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
D
A
A
C
B
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
A
C
D
B
A
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
C
D
C
D
A
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
A
B
C
D
B
3.4 Bobtail Inspections
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
B
D
D
D
A
3.5 Unloading Bobtails
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
A
D
B
A
A
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3.6 Injecting Methanol and Evacuating Containers
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
D
C
B
A
C
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
D
A
D
A
B
Bobtail Delivery Operations Pre-Certification Exam Answer Key
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
B
A
B
C
A
A
C
B
C
C
A
D
D
B
A
A
A
C
A
C
B
A
C
D
B
A
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D
C
B
D
B
B
B
A
A
D
A
B
B
D
C
C
A
B
C
B
C
D
A
D
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CETP Answer Key
Plant Operations Basic Certification © 2004
3.1 Maintaining ASME Tanks
3.1.1 Identifying Personal Protective Equipment Used During Propane Transfer Operations
1)
2)
H. possible exposure to
extreme cold that can cause
freeze burns to body tissue
E. hands and A. eyes
3)
4)
5)
C. overly tight
B. safety shoes
D. two (2)
3.1.2 Determining the Fitness of ASME Tanks for Continued Service
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
B. stamped on the data plate
G. inspect
F. hazardous material
markings
A. external pressure relief
valve
H. internal spring-type
pressure relief valve
E. reducing bushing
C. flow capacity rating
D. stationary ASME tank
service valve
J. vapor equalizing valve
P. actuated liquid withdrawal
excess-flow valve
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
L. your company’s policies and
procedures
O. 250
M. tank manufacturer
I. leaking valve seat or packing
seal
K. removed from service
N. loss of pigment
R. protected by heavy metal
guards
V. 312
T. internal excess flow valve
Q. vapor-tight enclosure
3.1.3 Identifying Safe Handling Practices of Flammable and Combustible Liquids
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
F. NFPA 30 and 30A
I. MSDS
E. safety cans
B. 20 feet
A. grounding cables
6)
7)
8)
9)
G. movement, upset or spillage
H. 8 gallons
C. 440 pounds
D. cab
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3.1.4 Identifying Testing Procedures for Anhydrous Ammonia (NH3)
Contamination
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
D. lighter
J. caustic burns
G. brass valves and fittings
A. copper or brass
E. any part of the tank or tank
valves or your hand
6)
7)
8)
9)
H. distilled water
F. 30
C. blue
I. red
3.1.5 Identifying Procedures for Evacuating ASME Tanks at Bulk Plants or at
Customer Locations
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
H. 5
D. exposure of liquid to skin
J. 25
C. small portable compressor
G. suitable lifting slings
A. retighten the closing cap
7)
8)
9)
10)
F. directed at people
B. multiplying the percent
volume
I. 10
E. 10 to 50
3.1.6 Identifying Procedures for Purging Propane Containers
1)
2)
E. corrosion
C. 15
3)
F. away from people, buildings,
and vehicles
3.1.7 Injecting Methanol into ASME Tanks
1)
2)
3)
A. propane transfer hose
B. closed
Flammable: Store and transport
in fire safety rated container; use
electrical grounding cable
between metal containers when
transferring between metal
storage containers. Keep away
from ignition sources.
Poisonous: Wear eye and face
splash protection and protective
gloves. Strong solvent: Do not
leave in rubber transfer hoses for
extended periods. Causes
drowsiness: Do not transport in
cab or passenger compartment
of vehicle. If spilled on clothing,
provide ventilation and change
clothes as soon as possible.
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3.1.8 Conducting Container Vapor Flaring Operations
1)
2)
3)
4)
K. combustibles
F. flaring
B. 500,000
N. burner adjustment
5)
6)
7)
8)
L. 1750
H. excess flow check valve
C. 15
E. valves must be closed
3.1.9 Replacing Valves & Fittings in ASME Tanks
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
B. NFPA 58
F. under propane pressure
A. dip tube lengths
E. wear appropriate personal
protective equipment
I. over-tighten
6)
7)
8)
9)
K. approved leak detection
solution
D. weather cap
G. 80
J. vapor equalizing return
3.1.10 Installing Corrosion Protection for UG ASME Tanks
1)
2)
3)
B. corrosion
F. coating
A. holidays
4)
5)
E. insulating fittings
C. 99
3.1.11 Applying Protective Coatings to Storage Containers
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
B. leaks
G. B:C rated fire extinguisher
D. wear appropriate PPE
F. brush or roller
A. air
E. read the MSDS
H. down drains or on the ground
L. read and follow company
procedures
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
N. label or tag the container
K. completely dry
P. compatible with the primer
I. a light color
M. marked
J. corrosion
O. manufacturer’s
recommendations
3.1.12 Preparing ASME Tanks for Transportation & Installation
1)
2)
D. company specific policies and
procedures
F. leaks at all welds and fittings
3)
4)
5)
E. 5
A. weather caps
C. purged of air
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6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
H. secured like other cargo
transported under DOT
regulations
G. brake lights
B. Tongue-mounted hydraulic
cylinder levers
J. Pre-trip inspection
N. post-trip inspection
M. hitch and tongue jack
K. defects or damage
L. less than 1,000 gallons
I. two
Q. Discontinue the loading
operation until repairs are made
O. Lifting equipment
P. weight
R. loading and unloading plan
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
27)
28)
29)
30)
31)
W. clear of people and property
S. walk-through
U. beneath the tank
X. maximum lifting capacity
V. as close to vertical as
possible
T. center-of-gravity
Z. level and properly support
Y. outriggers
D. visually inspect
C. basket lift with slings or
chains
B. nicks and gouges
E. damaged end fittings
A. acid or caustic burns
3.1.13 Converting ASME Tanks in Ammonia Service to Propane Service
1)
2)
3)
4)
C. lighter
G. caustic burns
F. brass valves and fittings
H. ammonia
5)
6)
7)
E. liquid level gauge and dip
tube
D. shipping name
B. hazard class
3.2 Maintaining DOT Cylinders
3.2.1 Examining DOT Cylinders to Determine Their Condition and Fitness for Continued
Service
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
H. cylinder
T. 1,000 pounds
K. 420 pound
A. legibly marked
M. DT
F. 12
N. 7
B. 5
P. month
R. condemned cylinder
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
O. rejected cylinder
U. visually inspect
D. fire
D. fire
G. requalified
I. OPD
Q. 4 through 40-pound
L. triangle-shaped
E. secondary means
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3.2.2 Evacuating DOT Cylinders
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
I. compressor
D. cylinder inverter
A. atmospheric pressure
K. combustibles
F. flaring
B. 500,000
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
N. burner adjustment
L. 1750
H. excess flow check valve
C. 15
E. valves must be closed
3.2.3 Purging DOT Cylinders
1)
2)
E. corrosion
C. 15
3)
F. away from people, buildings,
and vehicles
3.2.4 Replacing Valves and Fittings in DOT Cylinders
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
E. overfill prevention device
(OPD)
H. 12
A. anhydrous ammonia
F. blue-green stain
D. Not try to remove/replace the
valve
J. 375
C. Never attempt to repair a
relief valve
I. Leaking valve seat
H. Reduced to 0 psig
J. Lean over or look directly at
the valve
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
A. 25
D. A proper vise or restraining
equipment
F. Male threads
E. Stamped dip tube marking on
the cylinder
K. Float gauge from the cylinder
B. 375
C.
A.
E.
B.
D.
3.2.5 Requalifying DOT Cylinders by CGA External Visual Inspection
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
G. 12
D. condemned
H. rejected
C. October, 2003 and E. external
visual inspection
F. water-jacket pressure test
C. neck ring
F. E
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
B. condemned and scrapped
A. .95
B. condemned and scrapped
G. rejected
D. notified in writing
E. “CONDEMNED”
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3.2.6 Preparing DOT Cylinders for Scrap
1. E. condemning
2. C. defect
3. G. rejected
4. H. a stamped series of Xs
5. D. the cylinder owner in writing
6. A. CONDEMNED
7. B. evacuated
8. F. flared
9. I. B:C fire extinguishers
10. O. 25
11. Q. personal protective
equipment (PPE)
12. K. properly and safely disposed
of
13. M. brass valve
14. S. below
15. L. stand to the side of the drill
hole
3.3.1 Identifying the Features of Propane Dispensing Equipment and General
Operating Procedures
1. F. notify your supervisor and
supplier
2. C. overfilled
3. G. protective gloves
4. A. inspected
5. E. safe
6. B. product information and
warnings
7. D. security
8. H. cylinder service valve
9. O. fuel filling hose-end valve
10. K. quick-closing
11. L. automated
12. I. shut down and secured
13. J. tare weight
14. Q. hose-end valve
15. R. protective cap
16. N. leaks
3.3.2 Inspecting DOT/ICC Cylinders Prior to Filling
1. H. cylinder
2. T. 1,000 pounds
3. K. 420 pound
4. A. legibly marked
5. M. DT
6. F. 12
7. N. 7
8. B. 5
9. P. month
10. R. condemned cylinder
11. O. rejected cylinder
12. U. visually inspect
13. D. fire
14. D. fire
15. G. requalified
16. I. OPD
17. Q. 4 through 40-pound
18. L. triangle-shaped
19. E. secondary means
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3.3.3 Operating a Dispenser to Fill DOT Cylinders
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
C. visually inspected
B. certification decals
D. proper registration at zero
F. quick closing
E. sensor or trip lever
A. consumer information/warning
G. purged
N. propane vapor
K. 15
10. P. 25
11. I. overfilled
12. M. overfill prevention device
13. L. triangle
14. J. pump
15. R. June 1970
16. V. 239
3.3.4 Operating a Dispenser to Fill DOT Cylinders by Volume
1. B. fixed maximum liquid level
gauge
2. J. transported in commerce
3. E. volume
4. C. visually inspected
5. G. already filled
6. A. at maximum permitted filling
level
7. D. scaled weight
3.3.5 Preparing DOT/ICC Cylinders for Transportation and Installation
1. F. overdue for periodic
requalification
2. G. visually inspected
3. B. properly requalified
4. E. 5
5. C. immediately removed from
service
6. A. valve cap
7. K. easily accessed
8. L. service valves of adjacent
cylinders
9. D. labeled to indicate contents
10. I. consumer information label
11. P. purged of air
12. S. driver
13. O. metal caps or valve collars
14. Q. quick-closing coupling
15. N. leak-free
16. M. securely fastened/restrained
17. R. placarded front, rear and
sides
3.3.6 Operating a Propane Dispenser to Fill Vehicle Mounted ASME Tanks
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
F. storage tank
B. quick-closing
C. inspect
H. data plate
I. venting
A. fixed maximum liquid level
gauge
7. E. secured
8. G. company operating
procedures
9. D. fuel supply
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3.4.1 Identifying Features and Maintenance Procedures for Bulk Storage
Containers
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
G. inside the container
D. “Y”
K. cubic feet per minute (CFM)
I. manufacture’s date code
A. dial indicating temperature
gauge
6. C. temperature well
7. L. dip tube
8. B. manual shutoff valve
9. E. automatic
10. F. fusible link
11. H. corrective maintenance
12. J. good record keeping
13. M. company maintenance plan
3.4.2 Identifying the Types and Functions of Valves and Fittings Used in Bulk
Plant Containers and Piping Systems
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8. H. open
9. D. automatic excess flow
10. E. fusible link
11. L. NFPA 58 and US DOT
12. F. sensing line filter
I. globe
C. snap-acting
G. ball valve
A. gate valves
K. back flow check
B. excess flow check
J. sight glasses
3.4.3 Identifying Bulk Plant Emergency Shutdown Equipment and Periodic
Examination Methods for Proper Operation
1. D. bulkheads
2. G. NFPA 58
3. C. structural integrity and
propane leaks
4. H. 20
5. A. ESVs
6.
7.
8.
9.
K. closing
F. excess flow check valves
B. 50
E. inspected
3.4.4 Examining and Maintaining Bulk Plant Hoses
1. D. hose couplings
2. C. unique identification number
3. E. replaced
4. B. removed from service
3.4.5 Maintaining Bulk Plant Pumps, Strainers and Bypass
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
F. positive displacement
H. 25
F. positive displacement
A. decreases
E. 3
C. lock out and tag out
7. B. strainer
8. G. flexible connectors
9. P. hydrostatic relief valves
10. O. 400 psi & L. 500 psi
11. Q. 0-400 psig
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3.4.6 Maintaining Bulk Plant Compressors
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
E. pressure difference
C. compression ratio
F. replaced as an assembly
A. “oil-less” or “dry”
B. fan
D. 18 inches
D. 18 inches
K. larger
J. liquid trap
10. D. discharge relief valve
11. A. unloading
12. E. “liquid heel”
13. K. 1500
14. H. condenses
15. G. drop in pressure
16. J. one-to-four
17. I. undersized
3.4.7 Examining Bulk Plant Electrical Systems
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
J. NFPA 70
G. NFPA 58
F. article 500
A. licensed electrician
H. red
E. 20
7. L. rigid conduit
8. C. seal-off fixture
9. I. magnetic starter
10. B. up to code
3.4.8 Examining and Maintaining Platform Scales and Liquid Meters
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
E. weight and measures officials
C. known weight
A. “gear shift” or “adjuster”
G. 0-ring
B. 60 °F
D. computer register
F. “Proved”
H. three
N. seal
10. L. meter trouble
11. J. exchanged
12. M. strainer
13. I. propane liquid
14. K. over register
15. S. vapor eliminator
16. O. significant maintenance
17. T. 60 °F
3.4.9 Identifying Bulk Plant Security Procedures
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
C. Code Of Federal Regulation
G. security training
D. security plan
B. September 25, 2003
H. personnel security
J. unauthorized access
7. A. en route security
8. F. substitute
9. I. terrorists
10. K. seals
11. E. suspicious
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Note: 3.1.13 is used only when appropriate to a particular company's operations.
* “Identifying Personal Protective Equipment Used During Propane Transfer Operations”
is a common module to all four areas of Plant basic certification and is presented by the
instructor only one time.
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CETP Answer Key
Vapor Distribution Systems Operations © 2008
4.1.1 Using Architectural & Construction Drawings
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
D. one-foot
A. topographic drawing
E. elevation plan
B. schedule
F. isometric drawings
O.
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
J.
M.
L.
N.
K.
4.1.2 Determining System Load and Customer Demand Profile
1)
2)
3)
4)
G. pressure regulators
E. distribution lines
B. input ratings
A. total connected hourly load
5)
6)
D. checked for adequate
capacity
H. island installed kitchen
equipment
4.1.3 Designing DOT Exchange and Stationary Cylinder Installations
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
E. NFPA 58
B. 5
A. 10
D. 50-60
C. stake or flag
F. sacrifice or ignore safety
requirements
J. equal to or greater than
B. high
H. low
D. frost line
F. total demand
A. humidity
E. lowest anticipated Outside
temperature
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
G. manifold two or more
cylinders
C. one reserve cylinder
I. Twenty-five
I. manifold
C. dual cylinder manifold
E. T-check
D. open
B. POL T-blocks
K. extra heavyweight union and
a short pipe nipple
J. two-stage regulators
F. total gas appliance system
load
4.1.4 Designing Aboveground ASME Tank Installations
1)
2)
C. NFPA 58
D. applying the aggregate
capacity of all tanks
3)
4)
F. 10
A. safety regulations
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5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
E. fuel delivery and B. fire
fighting
G. clearly stake the area
B. vaporization
D. -44
F. temperature
C. “Rule of Thumb”
A. total demand
E. effective load
I. temperature and L. humidity
N. manifold 2 or more tanks
together
G. frost line
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
K. gas customer profile
J. auxiliary vaporizing equipment
M. ice or frost
I. excess-flow valve
B. loop
E. regulator vent pipe-away
A. liquid transfer valve
J. combined internal valve with
excess-flow protection
F. hydrostatic relief valve
D. 400 to 450
H. forged steel fittings
4.1.5 Determining the Proper Corrosion Protection Systems for Underground
ASME Tanks and Buried Distribution Lines
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
B. corrosion
F. coating
A. holidays
E. insulating fittings
C. 99
4.1.6 Designing Underground ASME Tank Installations
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
C. NFPA 58
D. applying the aggregate
capacity of all tanks
F. 10
A. safety regulations
E. fuel delivery and B. fire
fighting
G. clearly stake the area
I. greater
A. vaporization
C. wetted surface area
G. 120 to 1,000
D. early spring
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
B. drop off to zero
J. maximum anticipated soil frost
penetration depth
E. manifold two or more tanks
together
B. Tank B, the mounded tank
C. 500
A. frost line
E. gas customer profile
C. excess flow valve
B. loop
F. regulator vent pipe-away
4.1.7 Identifying Auxiliary Equipment Used With Propane Dispensers
1)
2)
3)
D. regulator
G. vent
B. drip lip
4)
5)
6)
E. orifice and seat disc
I. fixed piping systems
H. 10
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8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
C. 11
R. 10
L. lock-up
O. adjusting screw clockwise
S. 1.7 and 3
P. flow condition
M. freeze-up
K. dry and purge
T. methyl alcohol
E.
H.
C.
F.
B.
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
27)
28)
29)
30)
31)
A.
D.
G.
H. two-staged pressure
regulation
E. 2
A. piping layout
G. appliance demand
D. special regulator
requirements
F. total Btuh demand
I. 5-10
C. two first-stage regulators in
parallel installation
4.1.8 Selecting Piping and Tubing
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
D. NFPA 58
A. steel
E. copper
C. flaring
B. 30
F. static electricity
H. 3
F. 0.5
B. polyethylene piping
H. 30
E. insulated electrical wire
G. 12
A. pressure drop
D. pipe sizing
4.1.9 Sizing and Selecting Vapor Meters for Gas Distribution Systems
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
I. diaphragm
G. cubic feet per hour (CFH)
C. 0.63
E. ½ inch water column pressure
drop
H. close to and greater than
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
A. temperature compensators
F. meter index
D. cubic meters
B. observation
J. meter bar assembly
4.1.10 Estimating Job Cost
1)
2)
D. job take-off and estimation
plan
B. Btuh demand
3)
A. job bid or installation proposal
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4.2: Preparing and Installing Vapor System Components
4.2.1 Preparing DOT/ICC Cylinders for Transportation and Installation
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
F. overdue for periodic
requalification
G. visually inspected
B. properly requalified
E. 5
C. immediately removed from
service
A. valve cap
D. labeled to indicate contents
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
I. consumer information label
L. driver
K. metal caps or valve collars
Q. quick closing coupling
N. leak-free
M. securely fastened/restrained
R. placarded front, rear and
sides
4.2.2 Preparing ASME Tanks for Transportation and Installation
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
D. company specific policies and
procedures
F. leaks at all welds and fittings
E. 5
A. weather caps
C. purged of air
H. secured like other cargo
transported under DOT
regulations
G. brake lights
B. tongue-mounted hydraulic
cylinder levers
J. pre-trip inspection
N. post-trip inspection
M. hitch and tongue jack
K. defects or damage
L. less than 1,000 gallons
I. two
Q. Discontinue the loading
operation until repairs are made
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
27)
28)
29)
30)
31)
O. Lifting equipment
P. weight
R. loading and unloading plan
W. clear of people and properly
S. walk-through
U. beneath the tank
X. maximum lifting capacity
V. as close to vertical as
possible
T. center-of-gravity
Z. level and properly support
Y. outriggers
DD. Visually inspected
CC. Basket lift with slings or
chains
BB. Nicks and gouges
EE. Damaged end fittings
AA. Acid or caustic burns
4.2.3 Transporting Materials of Trade
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
C. materials of trade
H. placarding
B. weight of the packaging
J. secured to prevent damaging
movement
F. metal or plastic container
6)
7)
8)
9)
I. manufacturer’s original
packaging
E. common name or shipping
name
A. exceptions
G. 440
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10)
D. fines and penalties
4.2.4 Locating Underground Utilities and Services
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
J. locations of underground
utilities and communication
systems
B. damage prevention
H. 24 hours
F. colored paint
C. safety red
I. high visibility safety yellow
7)
8)
9)
10)
D. safety alert orange
G. white
A. safety precaution blue
E. provide information about
septic tanks, drain fields,
sprinkler systems, etc.
4.2.5 Preparing Foundations for DOT/ICC cylinders and ASME Tanks
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
E. masonry blocks
B. foot ring
H. flood zone areas
F. 1 to 2
D. masonry or concrete
A. saddles
C. 6
G. free of rocks and debris
K. 6
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
M. 18
J. 12
J. 12
J. 12
N. 4
J. 12
L. 5
4.2.6 Performing Trenching, Digging, and Backfilling Operations
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
F. components of the distribution
system
H. One-Call service
J. proceed with caution
E. inspect the equipment
thoroughly
C. handlebar trencher
I. 2
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
D. tractor/loader/backhoe
B. 12
G. 5
K. 2 to 4
A. free of rocks and abrasives
L. downgraded away
4.2.7 Installing DOT/ICC Exchange or Stationary Cylinders
1)
2)
3)
C. lifting and handling equipment
F. three-wire grounded
I. planning worksheet
4)
5)
6)
J. manufacturer test date or
requalification dates
A. safety requirements
H. 5
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7)
8)
9)
B. 10
B. 10
D. sniff the vapor
10)
G. leak check
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
K. safety requirements
I. inspect it for any defects
L. six
J. sniff the vapor
H. leak check
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
K. safety requirements
I. inspect it for any defects
P. protective screen
J. recoat
O. leak check
L. -0.85
M. sniff the vapor
4.2.8 Installing Aboveground ASME Tanks
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
C. lifting and handling equipment
F. three-wire grounded
A. planning worksheet
E. 10
B. 5
D. 20
G. aggregate capacity
4.2.9 Installing Underground ASME Tanks
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
C. lifting and handling equipment
A. grounded
D. 4
H. planning worksheet
B. 10
B. 10
B. 10
E. 20
N. aggregate capacity
4.2.10 Installing Corrosion Protection Systems for Underground Tanks & Metal
Distribution Lines
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
C. electrolyte (soil)
A. holiday
G. insulating
E. test the anode output
J. directly on heads or shells of
tanks
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
B. cleaned, primed, and coated
H. conductive adhesive
D. irregular consumption
I. touch up the coating
F. -0.85
4.2.11 Installing Manifold DOT Cylinders or ASME Tanks
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
G. excess flow valve
D. elevation
G. excess flow valve
E. excess flow protection
A. NFPA 58
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
H. 25
I. manifold
J. cylinder filling method
C. dual cylinder manifold
B. at the same time
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11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
N. pigtail
T. reserve cylinder
Q. T-check
L. open
S. POL T-blocks
P. Extra heavyweight union and
a short pipe nipple
M. two-stage regulators
U. Total gas appliance system
load
R. loop
O. regulator vent pipe-away
W. aboveground
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
27)
28)
29)
30)
CC. support post
AA. Liquid transfer valve
Z. combined internal valves with
excess-flow protection
V. hydrostatic relief valve
DD. 400 to 450
Y. forged steel fittings
X. flexible piping section
EE. To make a turn or change
piping direction
BB. Vapor loads
4.2.12 Installing Buried Distribution Lines Using Polyethylene Tubing and
Mechanical Fittings
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
I. qualified
D. polyethylene pipe
H. threaded
C. 49 CFR 192.285
J. diesel fuel contamination
F. cut out
R. 6
T. continuously supported at all
points on well-compacted soil
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
M. bridging sleeve
P. snake
S. 10
K. tracer wire
O. stiffener under the seal ring
and under the gripping ring
U. anodeless riser
4.2.13 Installing Buried Distribution Lines Using Polyethylene Pipe and Heat
Fusion
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
I. qualified
D. Polyethylene
G. 18
A. NFPA 58
E. distribution system installers
B. ASTM D2513
H. threaded
C. 49 CFR 192.285
J. diesel fuel contamination
F. cut out
R. 6
T. continuously supported at all
points on well-compacted soil
M. bridging sleeve
P. snake
S. 10
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
27)
28)
29)
K. tracer wire
N. pipe manufacturer’s
U. 15
L. two-bead roll-back
Q. chamfer
O. depth gauge and cold ring
clamp
W. incomplete melt pattern
V. saddle fusion
Y. emery cloth
EE. Pipe melt pattern
II. grounding
FF. ignite the gas-in-air mixture
HH. Burlap or cotton
Z. flame resistant coveralls and
gloves
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30)
31)
32)
33)
AA. Bell hole opening
X. ground
DD. #12 AWG copper wire
CC. line valves
34)
35)
GG. Static charge
BB. Electronically ground
4.2.14 Making Repairs or Replacements on Propane Tubing
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
C. split piece of rigid pipe
I. grounding
J. ignite the gas-in-air mixture
A. burlap or cotton
D. flame resistant coveralls and
gloves
E. bell hole opening
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
B. ground
H. # 12 AWG copper wire
G. line valves
K. static charge
F. Electronically ground
L. 1/3
15)
T. protected from road spray and
weather
K. before (upstream)
Q. NFPA 54
M. purged
B. line pressure
G. regulator flow pressure test
A. water column manometer
E. test tap downstream of the
line regulator
H. appliances’ required input
pressures
C. regulator output capacity
I. 30
F. visually inspect
D. documented
4.2.15 Installing and Testing Regulators
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
H. single-stage
D. 5
F. bad weather conditions
I. leak-tight
E. before placing appliances into
gas service
A. bonnet cap
C. loop
J. U-shaped vent pipe away
adapter
B. air trap
G. pointed down
P. 11
S. proper installation
L. changeover regulators
N. protective cover
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
27)
4.2.16 Installing Copper Tubing in Distribution Systems
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
D. clamps and brackets
F. hard-drawn copper
B. outside diameter
C. by hand
I. reamer
A. tubing bender
G. lubricated
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
H. over-tighten
E. brass flare fittings
S. the flux begins to bubble
O. frosty
M. dielectric union
L. steel pipe casing or metal
plate strike barrier
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14)
15)
16)
J. appliance connections
P. cut off the flare and make a
new one
R. cutting burrs
17)
18)
K. newly installed branch only
Q. inlet of the equipment
4.2.17 Installing Steel Piping in Vapor Distribution Systems
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
E. nominal inside diameter (ID)
C. schedule number
G. cast iron
A. tee
F. reducing coupling
D. union
H. running tee
B. not be used
K. make-up
P. fitting allowance
I. tracking
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
M. pipe reamer
L. cutting oil
O. gas tight
J. threaded plug or cap
S. ten
R. cutting burrs
T. the newly installed branch
only
Q. inlet of the equipment
4.2.18 Installing Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
D. repaired
E. leak testing fluid
B. as close to
A. construction drawings
C. immediately before
I. properly sized
F. strike protection
K. manufacturers’ installation
instructions
G. ½ inch
H. reducing capacity
J. centered
O. ventilated
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
N. 3
L. sheathing
Q. fireplaces
M. buried directly in the ground
P. service supply line
V. strike protection is installed
R. 10
U. desired outlet pressure
S. 30
W. grounding electrode
T. NFPA 54 (2002 edition)
4.2.19 Performing Pressure Tests on Gas Distribution Lines
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
H. the line’s normal operating
pressure
C. carbon dioxide
G. 1 ½
A. 10
D. isolated
K. 5
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
J. 3 psig using a 0-15 psi gauge
I. before
F. 3
E. pipe nipple
A. which portions of the piping
system were pressure tested. B.
the test pressure. C. the
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starting and ending times of the
test. D. the customer’s name.
E. the installation address. F.
the name and signature of the
person performing the test.
4.2.20 Installing Vapor Meters
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
B. dust cap
G. two-staged regulation system
E. directly on the container
H. on a building wall immediately
downstream from the regulator
outlet
A. freestanding
F. 6
D. water or ice
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
O. heat
J. 3
L. plumb and level in all
directions
M. tagged and identified
K. touched up
I. regulator output pressure
4.2.21 Purging Vapor Distribution Lines and Appliances
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
G. NFPA 54
E. qualified gas service
personnel
D. purged of air
C. unburned propane vapor
H. new systems
A. air or inert gas
F. pressure tested
B. close all valves
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
L. combustible gas indicator
Q. closed or “off”
P. close the appliance shutoff
O. match
R. follow manufacturers’
M. immediately
I. flow pressure
K. lock-up
4.2.22 Performing Gas Distribution System Leak Checks
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
A. tested for leaks (leak
checked)
D. 100% pilot safety control
valves
B. 3 minutes
F. no open pipe terminations
C. off
G. on
E. container service valve
H. one or more leaks exist in the
system
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
P. record test pressure and time
for each leak check
J. 10
O. NFPA 54, Annex D
M. dial style (ft3)
I. gas leak detector
K. source of ignition
L. battery powered safety
flashlight
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4.2.23 Placing Appliances into Initial Operation
1)
2)
3)
4)
I. leak check of the gas
appliance distribution system
E. appliance manufacturer’s
operating instructions
A. company policies &
procedures
C. 2,000
5)
6)
7)
G. burner operation
H. capping or plugging the
shutoff valve
E. appliances manufacturer’s
operating instructions
4.2.24 Documenting Vapor Distribution System Installations
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
G. leak check of the system
B. building inspection tag
E. photocopy
H. job cost and estimation work
sheets
F. gauged pressure at start of
test
6)
7)
C. description of any leaks found
and repaired
A. follow your company’s
procedures and forms
4.2.25 Communicating Safety Information to the Customer
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
D. rely on qualified personnel
A. demonstrate
C. evacuate immediately
H. position a body part over the
valve outlet
G. shut off the supply of propane
6)
7)
8)
I. combustible material and
ignition
B. heavier than air
E. document all materials,
demonstrations, etc. on an
appropriate form or record
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CETP Answer Key
Designing & Installing Dispenser Transfer Systems © 2008
5.1.1 Determining Dispenser Application, Operating Requirements & Proper
Location
1)
2)
3)
4)
D. types of propane containers
that will be serviced
A. cost-efficient delivery
routing.
B. reliable service.
C. local jurisdictional authority
approval of a fire safety
analysis, or
D. (obtaining & maintaining)
installation permits.
A. 30,000
B. wind, seismic (earthquake)
forces, and hydrostatic test
loads
5)
A. Consultation with the tank
manufacturer and strictly
following their prescribed
installation instructions.
B. Knowing the prevailing local
conditions with respect to
earthquake potential and the
effects of high winds.
C. Communicating these
actions to the local authority
having jurisdiction during preinstallation planning.
Licensed electrical contractor
6)
5.1.2 Identifying Required Dispenser Tank Valves and Fittings
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
H. NFPA 30A
F. float gauge
A. A. pressure gauge. B. J.
temperature
C. surface area in square feet
G. rain caps
L. at least 7 feet
7)
8)
B. 1 ½ - inch
A. A manual valve located in
the piping immediately
downstream of the excess-flow.
B. An internal valve which
incorporates the excess-flow and
a positive shutoff
5.1.3 Identifying Dispenser Electrical System Requirements
1)
2)
3)
4)
C. NFPA 70, National electrical
Code (NEC)
E. NEC Class I, Group D
Divisions
A. Divisions
A. An explosion-proof electrical
motor.
B. Heavy-wall conduit.
C. One or more electrical unions.
5)
D. One or more flexible
connector sections.
E. A switch enclosure.
F. Suitable wiring junction boxes.
G. A sealing fitting; the lower
portion of the fitting is filled with
sealing compound.
B. cannot function.
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5.1.4 Applying Propane Pump Operating Characteristics & Selecting the Dispenser
Pump
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
F. over filling small cylinders
D. higher volume pump
B. limitations of the power supply
A. pump manufacturer or
distributor
H. differential pressure
A. The pump’s horsepower and
revolutions per minute (rpm)
requirements.
B. Available electrical power
supply voltage and phase.
7)
8)
9)
10)
C. The motor frame style
required; how the motor is
mounted and how the pump is
driven by the motor.
G. maximum
J. manufacturer instructions
E. to make turns or bends
I. strainer screen size
specifications.
5.1.5 Identifying Dispenser Shutdown Systems and Fire Extinguisher
Requirements
1)
2)
E. control or disconnect switch
B. switch or circuit breaker
3)
D. B:C or A:B:C rating
5.1.6 Selecting Dispenser Transfer Hose(s), Hose End Valves, Hose Safety
Devices, and Adapters
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
G. quick-acting
A. excess-flow check valve
D. retain liquid on both sides of
the breakaway point
E. 350 psig
A. LP-GAS
B. PROPANE
C. 350 PSI WORKING
PRESSURE
D. the manufacturer’s name or
trademark
6)
7)
8)
A. C. at time of installation
B. H. the operating pressure of
the system in which they are
installed
A. Hose a length shall not
exceed 18 feet unless approved
by the authority having
jurisdiction
B. When not in use, hoses shall
be secured
F. hydrostatic relief valve
5.1.7 Identifying Auxiliary Equipment Used With Propane Dispensers
1)
2)
D. welding on the ASME tank
3)
A. single-beam style scales
E. tank manufacturer
4)
F. 200 pounds
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5)
6)
G. temperature compensator
a.
Specific protection
measures set out by state or
local authorities having
jurisdiction.
b.
Site features including
approaches that can be used by
vehicles.
c.
The type and location of
propane tank(s) (aboveground,
buried or mounded underground)
and other dispenser
components.
d.
Applicable companyspecific standard operating
procedures.
5.1.8 Identifying Metering Systems & Maintenance Procedures for Service Station
Dispensers
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
D. appropriate equipment and
dispenser type
B. pulse generator
A. manufacturer installation
instructions
F. NFPA 30A
E. 10 feet
G. vapor eliminator and A.
register
D. equivalent volume at 60 F
H. recalibrated or “proven”
a.
erratic meter operation.
b.
obvious over or under
registration. c. increasingly
noisy operation. d. excessively
slow delivery rates
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
E. solely by opening the hose
end valve on the delivery hose
I. measuring chamber
B. differential valve
a.
a collapsed float (or a pin
hole in the float allowing it to fill
with liquid).
b.
a worn release valve.
c.
a torn diaphragm or
damaged valve seat in the case
of the differential valve.
B. differential valve
J. final stage of the gear train
and A. register
5.1.9 Installing Propane Dispensers
1)
a.
Thorough analysis of
operator needs and the
installation site.
b.
Proper component
selection.
c.
Applying a knowledge
and understanding of NFPA
code requirements.
d
Complying with local
jurisdictional requirements,
including any applicable permit
and inspection steps or
preparation of a fire safety
analysis if needed.
e
Coordination with the site
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
owner or manager and any job
sub- contractor(s).
f
Good pre-installation job
planning and communication
with propane company
employees involved.
g
Application of quality
work practices during all phases
of the installation.
E. fire safety analysis
A. raised concrete foundations
G. minimize corrosion
C. licensed
B. normal operating
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7)
D. company standard operating procedures
5.1.10 Identifying Requirements for Dispensers with Aggregate Storage Tank
Capacity Greater Than 4000 Water Gallons
3)
A. 1 ½ inch and E. 1 ¼ inch
1)
D. the authority having jurisdiction
4)
B. in-line ESV
and local emergency responders.
5)
G. July 1, 2011
2)
C. emergency shutdown
5.1.11 Identifying Startup Procedures for New and Expanding LP-Gas Storage
Facilities
2)
Because the transfer hose-end
valve was not closed prior to the
1)
A. Compliance with NFPA 58,
start of introducing the LP-Gas.
plus state and local regulations
and company policy
3)
Vapor
B. To determine any potential
Liquid
problems
4)
Seasoning
5)
False
6)
False
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CETP Answer Key
Appliance Installation © 2001
6.1 Pressure Testing and Leak Checking Propane Piping Systems
Review 1: Identifying Procedures Used to Pressure Test new Propane Distribution
Systems
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
C. Test Medium
F. Working
D. Pressure Test Gauge
E. 1 ½
A. ½
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
G. Test Duration
H. ½ inch
B. 114.5
I. Most Remote Appliance
J. 110,000
6.1: Review II: Identifying Procedures Used to Pinpoint Propane Leaks
1)
2)
3)
4)
I. Corrosive
F. Bubble
L. CGI
A. Hydrocarbon
5)
6)
7)
K. Flame Temperature
M. Gas-in-air mixture
J. Ethyl Mercaptan
6.1: Review III: Identifying Procedures used to Purge Air, Nitrogen, or Carbon
Dioxide from a Propane Distribution Systems
1)
2)
C. Purging Process
E. Propane Vapor
3)
G. Rapid
6.1 Pressure Testing and Leak Checking Propane Piping Systems
Check-Out Activity Key
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
A.
E.
D.
B.
C.
F.
J.
A.
Before
Required Test Period
Test Medium
1½
10 minutes
Pressure Source
low or high
Appliances are not
9)
10)
11)
L.
K.
C.
12)
13)
B.
D.
14)
I
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before
Prevent High Pressure
Gas
Leak Detection Solution
Non-Corrosive Subsing
Agent
CGI
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
F.
G.
E.
H.
C.
20)
21)
22)
B.
D.
H.
23)
G.
Carbon
Flame Temperature
Oxygen
Gas in Air
ventilate, investigate,
evaluate, and correct
frost heaving
Change in vegetation
a leak in the distribution
line
.1”
24)
I.
25)
26)
E.
A.
27)
F.
the total number of
inches the water level
moves on both sides of
the tube
purging
close all appliance shutoff
valves
light the pilot burners on
all appliances
6.2 Controlling Propane-Air Mixtures fro Proper Combustion of Propane
Review I: Identifying the Burning Characteristics of Propane
1)
E. Burner
4)
J. Primary
2)
H. Atmospheric
5)
F. Orifice
3)
L. Power
6.2: Review II: Controlling the input Rater of Propane to a Set Level (A)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F. Air shutter (damper)
G. Gas orifice
H. Burner ports
Secondary air opening
Orifice spud
Mixer face
Primary air opening
Throat
6.2: Review II: Controlling the input Rater of Propane to a Set Level (B)
1)
2)
3)
G. air shutter
J. ports
D. venture
4)
5)
A. size of the orifice
I. manometer
6.2: Review III: Adjusting the Propane Burner for Proper Combustion
1)
2)
3)
4)
B. lift
F. yellow-tipped
G. flashback
J. primary
5)
6)
7)
C. secondary
O. inlet
L. flue
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6.2: Review IV: Identifying and Correcting Burner Problems
1)
2)
3)
I. flame velocity
M. primary air
N. incomplete combustion
4)
5)
H. fluctuate
K. floating
6.2: Check-Out Activity Key: Controlling Propane-Air Mixtures for Proper
Combustion of Propane
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
C. atmospheric burners
B. blue flame burner
E. primary
D. flashback
A. orifice
F. venture
H. spreads the heat of the
flame
G. fixed orifice
I. upstream
F. 1.0
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
D. equal
C. lifting limit
A. yellow-tipped
J. secondary
B. floating
G. incomplete
E. fluctuate
B. floating
K. combustion chamber
openings
H. primary air openings
6.3 Identifying the Fundamental Principles of Venting and Ventilation
Review I: Identifying Factors Related to the Venting and Ventilation Process
1)
2)
3)
4)
E. carbon
I. water vapor
B. carbon monoxide
G. combustion air
5)
6)
7)
8)
H. hotter
D. venting
F. heat
J. dew point
6.3: Review II: Providing Air for Proper Combustion and Ventilation
1)
2)
3)
D. 30
F. make-up air
I. return air
4)
5)
6)
J. ¼ inch mesh
A. 145
E. 36.35
6.3: Review III: Identifying the National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54) Venting of
Equipment Requirements
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
G. National Fuel Gas Code
B. unvented
N. ample
E. should never
C. after
6)
7)
8)
9)
K. 9
H. flue gases
L. 3
Q. 10
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6.3: Check-Out Activity Key: Identifying the Fundamental Principles of Venting
and Ventilation
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
E. venting
D. carbon
B. 920
G. 25
A. flue gases
I. carbon monoxide (CO)
H. straight
F. heat
C. lowered
H. 100,000
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
A. dew point
F. cool
K. 30
C. make-up
D. return
E. infiltration
G. 50
B. oxygen depletion
J. corrode
I. 12
6.4: Sizing and Installing Category I Appliance Venting Systems
Review I: Identifying Vent Products and System Design Characteristics
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
B. metal
E. masonry
G. factory built
C. Type B
D. Type B-W
I. Type L
L. condensate drain
F. draft hood
H. vent connector
J. vent
A. vent cap
K. direct vent
K. natural draft
I. vent
F. vent height
N. vent connector
L. draft hood
D. terminator
G. multiple
M. connector rise
B. power venting
H. negative
A.
B.
C.
D.
Cap
Draft hood
Vent
Vent Connector
6.4: Review II: Sizing I Appliance Venting Systems
1)
Complete the Statements below
• 15 feet
• 2 feet
• 185,000 Btuh
• 5 inches
• 6 inches
2)
Complete the Statements below
1)
17 feet
2)
2 feet
3)
200,000
4)
6 inches
5)
225,000
6)
249,000
7)
24,000
8)
2/5
9)
234,600
10)
6 inches
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6.4: Review III: Identifying Approved Vent Installation Techniques
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
I. sheet metal screws
B. vertical
K. horizontal
L. 5 feet
J. vent support
A. 75
H. resistance
C. 1 inch
G. 6 inches
D. ¼ inch
A) avoid bends which
cause resistance to the
flow of combustion
products. B) maintain an
upward pitch of at least ¼
inch to the horizontal foot
from the appliance to the
thermostat. C) keep
horizontal runs as short
as possible.
12)
13)
14)
A) the vent system will
appear neat. B) the joints
will be properly sealed
and supported when
needed. C) the vent
connector will be securely
attached to the draft
hood. D) vent clearance
will be maintained.
A) if a leak develops, the
flue gasses could
contaminate the
circulating air. B) air flow
through the duct would
cool the vent excessively
and could alter the vent
draft action.
The smoke will be drawn
into the vent opening.
6.4: Review IV: Identifying Problems Related to Improper Venting
1)
2)
3)
4)
F. chronic pilot outage
K. water
H. flue gases
A. corrosion
5)
6)
7)
8)
C. 2
D. ¼
J. carbon
L. blue
6.4: Check-out Activity Key: Sizing and Installing Category I Appliance Venting
Systems
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
G. I
E. type B
B. type B-W vents
A. single-wall vent
C. vent height
D. vent connector
F. vent connector rise
F. No
K. 6 inch
E. 5 inch
F. No
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
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C. 5 feet
L. 75
B. 6
H. ¼ inch
D. cooled below the dew
point
I. spillage at the draft
hood
A. 2
¼ inch
6.5 Placing Propane utilization Equipment Into Service
Review I: Testing a Propane Distribution System for Leaks and Correct Flow
Capacity
1)
2)
3)
4)
C. appliance
D. drip lip
H. water table
B. downward
5)
6)
E. the open atmosphere
I. raising the lock-up
pressure
6.5: Review II: Placing Propane-Utilization Equipment into Service
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
F. electricity grounded
C. pressure &
temperature
A. ECO
I. flue gas or negative
pressure
B. shut off
6)
7)
8)
J. larger
G. corrosion
K. 1). Confined space
presents a carbon
monoxide hazard. 2). A
potential of flammable
materials exists
6.5: Check-Out Activity Key: Placing into Service Propane Utilization Equipment
1)
2)
3)
4)
B. 3 minutes
A. pressure regulator
H. 30 percent
G. appliance
manufacturer’s
recommendation
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5)
6)
7)
8)
C. energy cut-off
E. lighted match
F. unvented
D. improper venting
Applying Basic Electricity Principles to Service Propane Appliances © 2008
7.1.1
Identifying Basic Troubleshooting Principles
1. D.
80
2. B.
change only one component at a time
3. Visually examining electrical circuits and circuit components
Testing the operating condition of an electrical circuit or circuit component
7.1.2
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Identifying the Properties of Electrical Circuits
7. C.
B.
motor
8. D.
B.
control circuit
9. A.
A.
120
10. B.
C.
15
11. B.
A.
volts
C.
limit the current flow in
the circuit
7.1.3
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Applying a Systems Approach to Gas Appliance Troubleshooting
F.
series-connected components
B.
short circuit
C.
series circuit
G.
parallel circuit
A.
source voltage
E.
voltage drop
Start testing procedures in the middle of the circuit.
Move only one test lead at a time.
lamp
amperes
increases
V
1.66 amperes
Problem #1
The customer's complaint is the motor does not run when all the switches are in
operative position.
Which component is defective?
The limit switch is defective.
Circuit #1
A-B
B-A
C-A
D-A
E-A
F-A
A-C
B-C
C-B
D-B
E-B
F-B
A-D
B-D
C-D
D-C
E-C
F-C
A-E
B-E
C-E
D-E
E-D
F-D
A-F
B-F
C-F
D-F
E-F
F-E
A-G
B-G
C-G
D-G
E-G
F-G
Test Table #1
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Problem #2
The customer's complaint is the motor does not run when all the switches are in
the operative position.
Which component is defective?
The interlock switch is defective.
Circuit #1
A-B
B-A
C-A
D-A
E-A
F-A
A-C
B-C
C-B
D-B
E-B
F-B
A-D
B-D
C-D
D-C
E-C
F-C
A-E
B-E
C-E
D-E
E-D
F-D
A-F
B-F
C-F
D-F
E-F
F-E
A-G
B-G
C-G
D-G
E-G
F-G
Test Table #2
Problem #3
The solenoid valve in circuit #2 does not operate when the switches are in the
operative position.
Which component is causing the problem?
problem.
The thermostat is causing the
Circuit #2
A-B
B-A
C-A
D-A
E-A
F-A
A-C
B-C
C-B
D-B
E-B
F-B
A-D
B-D
C-D
D-C
E-C
F-C
A-E
B-E
C-E
D-E
E-D
F-D
A-F
B-F
C-F
D-F
E-F
F-E
A-G
B-G
C-G
D-G
E-G
F-G
Test Table #3
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Problem #4
The motor in circuit #2 does not run when the switches are in the operative
position.
Which component is causing the problem?
The limit switch is causing the problem.
Circuit #2
A-B
B-A
C-A
D-A
E-A
F-A
A-C
B-C
C-B
D-B
E-B
F-B
A-D
B-D
C-D
D-C
E-C
F-C
A-E
B-E
C-E
D-E
E-D
F-D
A-F
B-F
C-F
D-F
E-F
F-E
A-G
B-G
C-G
D-G
E-G
F-G
Test Table #4
Problem #5
The solenoid valve in circuit #3 will not operate when the switches are in the
operative position. The problem is an open interlock switch. Fill in the Test
Check Table indicating the presence of a voltage between each test point.
Answer:
Circuit #3
A-B
B-A
C-A
D-A
E-A
F-A
A-C
B-C
C-B
D-B
E-B
F-B
A-D
B-D
C-D
D-C
E-C
F-C
A-E
B-E
C-E
D-E
E-D
F-D
A-F
B-F
C-F
D-F
E-F
F-E
Test Table #5
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7.2.1 Identifying Basic Meter and Hazard Reducing Guidelines Used in
Measuring Electrical Quantities
10. L.
de-energized
1. C.
ammeter
10a. D.
live
2. G.
ohmmeter
11. P.
ground
3. O.
V.O.M. or multimeter
11a. R.
keep 1 hand in your
4. H.
magnetic field
pocket
5. J.
0 - 2.5 volts DC
12. F.
greater
6. Q.
range switch
13. N.
0 - 2.5 volts AC
7. M.
30 mA
14. K.
0 - 100 MA
8. E.
15 volts
15. B.
0 - 50 volts DC
9. A.
equal to or greater
7.2.2 Identifying Procedures for Measuring Voltage Between Two Given Points in
an Electrical Circuit
4. G.
parallel
1. F.
listening to the
5. I.
V
customer’s description of
6. A.
voltage
the problem
7. A.
voltage
2. E.
electromotive force
8.
(EMF) or voltage
9. L.
load
3. C.
150
10. I.
V
3b. B.
9.3
7.2.3 Identifying Procedures for Measuring Resistance Between Two Given
Points in an Electrical Circuit
6. C.
ohm
1. O.
off
7. J.
fixed
2. P.
never
8. F.
resistance
3. R.
variable resistor
9. G.
zero ohm
4. I.
23
10. A.
R
4b. E.
52,000
11. P.
never
4c. N.
810
12. Q.
continuity
5. O.
off
13. G.
zero ohm
7.2.4 Identifying Procedures for Measuring Current Between Two Given Points in
an Electrical Circuit
7. C.
series
1. B.
1/1000 amps
8. F.
electrons
2. E.
1/1,000,000 amps
9. M.
rate
3. N.
input jacks
10. K.
disconnect
4. I.
heat anticipator
11. L.
polarity
5. P.
blower fan
12. G.
voltage
6. O.
ampere
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7.3.1 Identifying the Operating Characteristics of Common Sensing Devices
B.
A Bourdon tube is bent
1. C.
differing expansion rates
into a coil or circular arc.
of metals exposed to heat
11. B.
A sail switch consists of
(cold)
a light plate mounted on
2. D.
twisting type bimetal
a pivot.
3. A.
rod and tube sensor
C.
A sail switch is held in a
4. A.
range oven thermostats
position by a light spring
B.
space heater controls
or gravity.
5. A.
They are used in boilers.
12.
B.
float type
6. D.
all of the above
C.
electrical contact type
7. A.
a photocell
13. A.
They take advantage of
C.
a photo resistive sensor
the electrical conductivity
8. A.
An electrical rectifier
of liquids.
allows current to flow in
C.
Two probes are
essentially only one
immersed
in the liquid in
direction.
the vessel with one
9. B.
pressure, linear motion
above the
10. A.
A Bourdon tube is
other at the level at which
elliptical in
the liquid is to be
cross-sectional area.
maintained.
14. G.
all of the above
7.3.2 Identifying the Components and Operating Characteristics of Electronic
Ignition Systems
11. c.
rapidly heat to
temperatures in excess of
1. b.
pilot burner
2. a.
increase
2500°F
3. c.
not field repairable
12.
b.
turn off the gas at
4. d.
a verifiable ignition
the appliance shutoff
source
valve
5. c.
lockout device
13. a.
ignition device/gas valve
6. d.
factory supplied
14. c.
states that air and gas/air
7. b.
turn the thermostat to its
mixtures shall not be
lowest position for 10
discharged into confined
seconds, then reset
spaces or near ignition
8. c.
without the use of a pilot
sources unless
burner
precautions are taken to
9. a.
flame rectification
control hazards
10. d.
pilot burner/main burner
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7.3.3 Identifying the Components and Operating Characteristics of Wall
Thermostats (Heat Only)
9. B.
"fan on"
1. D.
40 – 90
10. d.
bimetal
2. B.
"in series"
11. b.
.5
3. B.
closed
12. a.
wall thermostat
4. B.
5
13. c.
small, powerful
5. D.
bimetal
computers
6. B.
1–2
14. b.
electro-mechanical
7. C.
vertical-horizontal lines
thermostats
8. A.
yes
15. d.
all of the above
7.3.4 Identifying the Components and Operating Characteristics of Limit and Fan
Controls
1. C.
overheating
2. D.
normally closed (N/C)
3. A.
normally open (N/O)
4. B.
120 seconds
7.3.5
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
b.
c.
b.
a.
a.
Identifying the Function and Characteristics of Draft Fans & Controls
move products of combustion to the outside atmosphere
move flue gases through the heat exchangers to the outside atmosphere
FALSE
recover “latent heat” from water vapor in the flue gases
series/gas ignition control module
7.4.1
Identifying the Operating Characteristics of Circuit Control Devices,
Electromagnetic Devices & Transformers
11. G.
open
1. M.
operating
12. G.
open
2. A.
safety
13. O.
3
3. N.
interlock
14. R.
closed
4. D.
limit control
15. R.
closed
5. C.
rollout switch
16. I.
switch
6. F.
step down
17. K.
1
7. B.
capacitor start
18. P.
primary
8. J.
flue temperature limit
18a.Q.
secondary
switch
18b. P.
primary
9. E.
relay
18c.Q.
secondary
10. R.
closed
18d. Q.
secondary
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7.4.2
Reading Electrical Control Circuit Diagrams
Circuit Diagram Worksheet – Standing Pilot Furnace
1. A. Interlock Switch, B. Safety
Control, C. 115 V, AC
2. A. Blower Motor Transformer
(primary), B. Fan Switch or Fan
Relay, C. heat rise from main
burner, D. operating control
3. A. 24 V, AC, B. Limit Switch,
C.
or
D.
E.
4. A.
, B. Thermocouple,
Both (Trainer Note: Its safety
role is one of the exceptions to
Rule #2, page 219.)
D.
5. A. Black, B. Violet
6. A. Red, B. Black, White, C.
White
7. A. blower motor capacitor, B.
heat exchanger, C. carbon
monoxide, D. crack(s) in the heat
exchanger, E. carbon monoxide
level readings using an
electronic CO meter
8. Interlock Switch is wired directly
to contact
Circuit Diagram Worksheet – Condensing Furnace
1. System Relay
2. A.
&
B.
&
3. Exhaust Blower
4. Pressure Switch Ignition Module
5. Spark Igniter & Pilot Valve on Gas Valve
6. DC
7. No
8. Pressure Switch open
9. Open Flue Temp. Limit
10. Exhaust Pressure Switch Flue Temp, Limit Switch
Rollout Switch, Limit Control
Circuit Diagram Worksheet I – Heating/Cooling Packaged Unit
1. Voltage is 230 V, Single Phase
2. COMPRESSOR CRANK- CASE HEATER
3. COMPRESSOR & FAN MOTOR
4. cooling system
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5.
6. CONTACTOR
7. COMB(ustion) BLOWER
8. The heating system, except that the blower motor is used to distribute warm air
and cool air.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Circuit Diagram Worksheet II – Heating/Cooling Packaged Unit
1. voltage is 230V, 3 phase
2. COMBUSTION BLOWER
COMPRESSOR (1 winding)
FAN MOTOR (1winding)
3. BLOWER MOTOR
FAN SWITCH
COMPRESSOR (1 winding)
FAN MOTOR (1 winding)
4. FAN MOTOR
COMPRESSOR (1 winding)
FAN MOTOR (1 winding)
5. No
6.
7. COMB(ustion) BLOWER
8.
9.
10.
11. No
7.4.3
Identifying Systematic Troubleshooting Techniques and Guidelines for
Gas Operated Equipment
1.
a.
and
they are reminders of how the equipment is designed to operate,
b. the steps in the operation that must be individually examined for proper
operation
2.
asking a series of questions that can be answered “YES” or “NO.”
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CETP Answer Key
Large Industrial/Commercial Gas Fired Equipment Connection & Service –
Textbook ©2000
Section 8.1 Determining Gas Supply Requirements For Large Industrial Gas-Fired
Equipment Check-Out Activity Key
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
F. in excess of the peak
system demand
H. industrial and commercial
equipment
K. gas fuel supply system
A. British thermal unit
G. 3,500
C. one ccf of natural gas
J. one boiler horsepower
D. 504.1
E. 10.95
B. total system demand
V. document the source of your
information
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
I. gas-fired device
T. propane vaporizer
Q. direct-fired
M. waterbath
L. 0
S. 1400-1500
R. application design
engineers
O. 10
N. NFPA 58
U. NFPA 54
P. Factory Mutual Guidelines
19)
20)
21)
22)
Section 8.1 Review I
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
D. BTU input ratings
H. safety controls
E. properly set
K. BTU
L. 3,500 cu. FT./hr.
B. one them
I. 33,445.7 BTU/HR
8)
9)
10)
11)
a C. multiplying b C.
multiplying c M. dividing
J. 91,502
A. manufacturer’s
specifications
F. customer’s authorized
representative’s signature
Section 8.1 Review II
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
N. propane vaporizer
D. pump sets
F. gas-fired equipment
manufacturer
A. large capacity indirect-fired
vaporizers
I. Factory Mutual Guidelines
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
G. NFPA 58
C. NFPA 54
O. 1400 to 1500
K. waterbath
B. direct-fired
L. 10 psi
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Section 8.2 Identifying Characteristics and Functions of Valve Trains and Ignition
Safety Systems Used With Large Gas-Fired Equipment Check-Out Activity Key
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
K. no gas enters or leaks
F. ignition safety system and
flame controls
M. manual shutoff valve
A. vent valve and H. safety shutoff valve
B. pressure regulating valve
C. leak test tap
A. vent valve
G. burner motor/purge blower
L. pointing down with a wire
mesh screen
J. no reduction in pipe size
D. 2,500,000 BTU/HR
N. firing rate valve
C. pressure regulating valve
F. safety shut off valve
A. vent valve
D. high pressure switch
J. firing rate valve
G. test tap
E. manual shutoff valve
V. ultraviolet and infrared
R. the area of the other probe
22)
37)
38)
39)
40)
41)
I. positive probe to the negative
probe
A. flame rectification
D. premixed pilots
N. correct pilot & flame rod
location
E. main burner
J. ground area
P. flame electrode
B. multiple rod grounding
L. pilot and main flames
Q. 500
F. IR detector
C. radiation saturation
O. 50
M. quartz glass
S. sight along the surface of the
flame cone
K. UV
G. self-checking detector
U. 2 to 4 microamps
H. pilot turndown
T. ultraviolet sensing tube
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
A, K
B, L
C
D, F, M
E
G
H
I
J
N
23)
24)
25)
26)
27)
28)
29)
30)
31)
32)
33)
34)
35)
36)
Section 8.2 Review I
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
D. manual shutoff
G. ignition safety system
C. mesh screen
I. pressure switch
I. pressure switch
A. firing rate valve
E. reduction in pipe sizing
H. purge blower
A. firing rate valve
M. 2,500,000 BTU/HR
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Section 8.2 Review II
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
O. flame rectification
E. ultraviolet and infared
detectors
V. conductive path
B. positive probe
R. negative probe
T. 2000
D. recommended pilot location
J. main burner
F. ground area
I. multiple-rod grounding method
M. pilot and main flames
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
Q. 500
A. IR detector
H. radiation saturation
K. 50
C. quartz
P. black iron-sighting pipe
N. self-checking UV detector
S. 2 to 4
G. pilot turndown
U. mixed
L. ultraviolet sensing tube
Part B:
17)
18)
19)
20)
B
A
D
C
Section 8.3 Identifying Characteristics and Functions of Safety Controls and
Burner Designs Used With Large Gas-Fired Equipment Check-Out Activity Key
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
L. controller
I. pressure
C. temperature
G. Pressure regulating valve
D. 20
K. Burner interlock control
B. Running interlocks
A. Firing rate control
N. turndown
F. flashback
H. Induced draft
J. Series-fuel control
E. Series-air
M. Air-fuel ratio regulator
E. Modulating firing
I. recycle
A. Timer cycle
L. prepurge
D. 30 to 96 seconds
N. Early spark termination
C. intermittent
K. interrupted
23)
24)
25)
26)
27)
28)
29)
30)
31)
32)
33)
34)
35)
36)
37)
38)
39)
40)
41)
42)
43)
44)
G. Firing rate switching
H. Safe start check
F. recycle
M. Lockout (safety) switch
J. 2 to 4 seconds
M. fuel
A. air
H. ignition
E. commercial propane
O. commercial butane
K. flammable limits
C. spark ignition system
N. flame blow-off
I. increasing
G. maximum heat
L. continuous
B. secondary
J. long, slender
P. broad
D. quantity of gas
F. 3 pipe conversion burner
A. upshot burner
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45)
46)
47)
48)
49)
50)
51)
52)
C. forced-draft burner
E. radiant tube burner
Q. forced draft
E. intermittent
H. radiant
O. 6 to 1
R. flashback
A. displacement rods
53)
54)
55)
56)
57)
58)
59)
60)
K. throttle valve
M. multiple tube
B. hydrogen
D. line
G. simultaneous
P. makeup air system
C. 100
L. delayed mixing
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
L. programming
C. timer cycle
G. prepurge
J. 30 to 96
B. early spark termination
E. intermittent ignition
I. interrupted
A. firing rate switching
K. safe start check
D. recycle
H. lockout (safely) switch
N. series-air control
M. 2-4 seconds
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
27)
28)
29)
30)
31)
32)
33)
34)
35)
M. 6 to 1
A. flashback
J. Displacement rods
C. Throttle valve
N. Multiple tube
I. hydrogen
F. line
L. simultaneous
B. Makeup air
Q. 100
H. Delayed mixing
D. 3-pipe conversion
B. Upshot burner
F. Spreader burner
A. Natural-draft burner
E. Forced-draft burner
C. Radiant tube burner
Section 8.3 Review I
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
J. controller
C. limit
E. downstream
H. 20
L. burner interlock
A. running interlocks
G. firing rate
B. turndown
F. flashback
I. induced draft
K. airflow
D. air-gas ratio regulator
F. modulating firing
Section 8.3 Review II
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
18)
C. fuel
I. air
L. ignition
E. Commercial propane
J. Commercial butane
A. Flammable limits
K. spark
G. Flame blow-off
P. broad
B. Maximum heat
N. continuous
D. secondary
M. Long, slender
F. broad
O. Pressure regulating valve
E. Forced-draft
G. intermittent
P. radiant
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Section 8.4 Identifying System Testing And Start-Up Procedures That Apply To
Large Gas-Fired Equipment Check-Out Activity Key
1)
2)
3)
4)
C. unattended
E. Confined spaces
F. 1 ½
A. ½
5)
6)
B. Gas supply
D. Gas supply is inadequate
4)
5)
6)
B. 3
E. ½
A. 500
Section 8.4 Review I
1)
2)
3)
F. be attended
C. not be discharged into
confined spaces
D. 1 ½
Section 8.4 Review II
1)
2)
3)
Adequate for the equipment
installed.
Gas supply is inadequate. One
or more sections of supply piping
is undersized. A supply piping
system regulator may not be
properly sized
Pressure test supply piping
document the pressure
test(s)make sure the gas supply
piping is properly sized for the
4)
5)
equipment make sure the
regulated gas pressure to the
equipment complies with
manufacturer's specifications.
Observe gas pressures prior to
equipment start-up and through
operating cycle.
Mark “X” for options 2-5
Leave the area and immediately
contact your supervisor
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Curriculum Maps of CETP Certification Areas
Basic Principles and Practices of Propane – E-Learning
Module 1: Introduction to Basic Principles and Practices
Module 2: Propane Customer Applications and Customer Service
Module 3: Sources and Physical Properties of Propane
Module 4: Odorants: Gas Warning Agents and Service Interruptions
Module 5: Complete and Incomplete Combustion Characteristics
Module 6: Standards, Regulations and Safety
Module 7: Bulk Plants
Module 8: DOT/ICC Cylinders, Propane Piping and Residential Systems
Basic Principles and Practices of Propane - Textbook
1.1.1 Course Overview and Objectives
1.2.1 Residential Customer Applications
1.2.2 Commercial, Industrial, and Agriculture Customers
1.2.3 Quality Customer Relations
1.3.1 Sources and Characteristics of LP-Gases
1.3.2 Physical Properties of Propane
1.3.3 Effects of Pressure and Temperature on Propane
1.4.1 Odorants: Purpose, Characteristics, and Maintenance
1.4.2 Odor Complaints, Gas Leaks, and Service Interruptions
1.5.1 Combustion Characteristics of Propane
1.5.2 Products of Complete and Incomplete Combustion
1.5.3 Carbon Monoxide at Customer Locations
1.6.1 Propane Industry Standards, Regulations, and Organizations
1.6.2 Safe Working Practices and Protective Equipment
1.6.3 Fire Prevention Rules and Procedures
1.7.1 Common Features and Equipment
1.7.2 Receiving Propane at a Bulk Plant
1.7.3 Delivering Propane to Customers
1.8.1 DOT/ICC Cylinders: Service Applications
1.8.2 DOT/ICC Cylinders: Construction and Features
1.8.3 DOT/ICC Cylinders: Inspection Regulations and Filling
1.8.4 Propane Piping, Tubing, Fittings, and Residential Systems
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Propane Delivery·– E-Learning
Propane Delivery Operations and Cylinder Delivery
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: DOT Licensing and Driving Requirements
Module 3: Vehicle Inspections, Identification, and Documentation
Module 4: Safely Handling Hazardous Materials
Module 5: Driving Defensively and Handling Accidents and Emergencies
Module 6: Parking and Garaging Propane Delivery Vehicles
Module 7: Preparing Cylinders for Filling
Module 8: Filling Cylinders
Module 9: Delivering Cylinders
Bobtail Delivery Operations
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: Bobtail Equipment and Systems
Module 3: Loading Bobtails
Module 4: Bobtail Inspections
Module 5: Unloading Bobtails
Module 6: Purging and Evacuating ASME Tanks
Propane Delivery·- Textbook
Propane Delivery Operations and Cylinder Delivery
2.1.1: Course Overview and Objectives
2.2.1: General DOT Driver Qualifications
2.2.2: Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Information
2.2.3: Drug and Alcohol Awareness
2.3.1: Vehicle Inspections and Maintenance
2.3.2: Vehicle Identification Requirements
2.3.3: Vehicle Documentation Requirements
2.4.1: Methanol and Other Flammable Liquids
2.4.2: Verifying Propane Odorization
2.4.3: Out-Of-Gas and Leak Checks
2.5.1: Maintaining Control of Your Vehicle
2.5.2: Selecting the Safest Delivery Route and Protecting Property
2.5.3: Handling Accidents and Emergencies
2.6.1: Parking and Servicing Requirements
2.6.2: Security of Propane Delivery Vehicles
2.7.1: Types and Features of Cylinders, Valves and Gauges
2.7.2: Inspecting Cylinders
2.7.3: Purging Cylinders of Air
2.7.4: Replacing Cylinder Valves
2.8.1: Filling Cylinders
2.8.2: Filling Vehicle-Mounted ASME Tanks
2.9.1: Features and Equipment of Cylinder Delivery Vehicles
2.9.2: Delivering Cylinders to Residential Customers
2.9.3: Delivering Cylinders to Commercial Customers
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• If you are only going to take Bobtail Delivery certification you do not
have to study Modules 7, 8, and 9 in the Propane Delivery Operations
and Cylinder Delivery. See your supervisor for instructions.
Bobtail Delivery Operations
3.1.1: Course Overview and Objectives
3.2.1: Bobtail Equipment and Systems
3.2.2: Pumps and Associated Systems
3.2.3: Meters, Hoses, and Emergency Discharge Control Equipment
3.3.1: Bulk Plant Loading Systems and Equipment
3.3.2: Filling a Bobtail Using a Plant Pump
3.3.3: Other Loading Methods
3.4.1: Walk-Around and Pre-Transfer Inspections
3.4.2: Monthly, Annual, and Five-Year Inspections
3.4.3: Safe Driving and Handling Emergencies
3.5.1: ASME Tank Requirements
3.5.2: Examining Customer Containers and Installations
3.5.3: Filling Propane Storage Containers at Customer Locations
3.6.1: Injecting Methanol into Containers
3.6.2: Evacuation Equipment
3.6.3: Evacuation Procedures
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Plant Operations Basic Certification
3.1 Maintaining ASME Tanks
3.1.1 Identifying Personal Protective Equipment Used During Propane Transfer Operations
3.1.2 Determining the Fitness of ASME Tanks for Continued Service and Marketing/Identifying
ASME Tanks
3.1.3 Handling Combustible Liquids
3.1.4 Testing for Anhydrous Ammonia Contamination
3.1.5 Evacuating ASME Tanks at Bulk Plants
3.1.6 Purging ASME Tanks
3.1.7 Injecting Methanol Into ASME Tanks
3.1.8 Conducting Container Vapor Flaring Operations
3.1.9 Replacing Valves & Fittings in ASME Tanks
3.1.10 Installing Corrosion Protection for UG ASME Tanks
3.1.11 Applying Protective Coatings to Storage Containers
3.1.12 Preparing ASME Tanks for Transportation & Installation
3.1.13 Converting ASME Tanks in Ammonia Service to Propane Service
3.2 Maintaining DOT Cylinders
3.2.1 Examining DOT Cylinders to Determine Their Condition and Fitness for Continued Service
3.2.2 Evacuating DOT Cylinders
3.2.3 Purging DOT Cylinders
3.2.4 Replacing Valves and Fittings in DOT Cylinders
3.2.5 Requalifying DOT Cylinders By CGA External Visual Inspection
3.2.6 Preparing DOT Cylinders for Scrap
3.3 Operating Dispensing Equipment to Fill Containers
3.3.1 Identifying the Features of Propane Dispensing Equipment and General Operating
Procedures
3.3.2 Inspecting DOT Cylinders Prior to Filling/Identifying Marking and Labeling Requirements for
DOT Cylinders
3.3.3 Operating a Dispenser to Fill DOT Cylinders By Weight Using Automated Platform Scale
Equipment
3.3.4 Operating a Dispenser to Fill DOT Cylinders Volumetrically
3.3.5 Preparing DOT Cylinders for Transportation
3.3.6 Operating a Propane Dispenser to Fill Vehicle Mounted ASME Tanks
3.4 Maintaining Bulk Plant Equipment
3.4.1 Identifying Features and Maintenance Procedures for Bulk Storage Containers
3.4.2 Identifying Types and Function of Valves & Fittings Used in Bulk Plant Containers and
Piping Systems
3.4.3 Identifying Bulk Plant Emergency Shutdown Equipment and Periodic Examination Methods
for Proper Operation
3.4.4 Examining and Maintaining Bulk Plant Hoses
3.4.5 Maintaining Bulk Plant Pumps, Strainers and Bypass Systems
3.4.6 Maintaining Bulk Plant Compressors
3.4.7 Examining Bulk Plant Electrical Systems
3.4.8 Examining and Maintaining Platform Scales and Liquid Meters
3.4.9 Identifying Bulk Plant Security Procedures
Note: 3.1.13 is used only when appropriate to a particular company's operations.
* "Identifying Personal Protective Equipment Used During Propane Transfer Operations" is a
common module to all four areas of Plant basic certification and is presented by the instructor
only one time.
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Vapor Distribution Systems Operations Module Map
Layout, Design and Selection of a Vapor Distribution System
4.1.1 Using Architectural & Construction Drawings
4.1.2 Determining System Load & Customer Demand
4.1.3 Designing DOT Exchange & Stationary
4.1.4 Designing Aboveground ASME Container Installations
4.1.5 Determining Proper Corrosion Protection for Buried Tanks and Piping
4.1.6 Designing UG ASME Tank Installations
4.1.7 Selecting Regulators for Distribution Systems
4.1.8 Selecting Piping & Tubing
4.1.9 Selecting Vapor Meters
4.1.10 Estimating Job Costs
Preparing and Installing Vapor Distribution System Components
4.2.2 Preparing ASME Tanks for Transportation & Installation
4.2.3 Transporting Materials of Trade
4.2.4 Locating Underground Utilities & Services
4.2.5 Preparing Foundations for DOT/ICC Cylinders and ASME Tanks
4.2.6 Performing Trenching Digging and Backfilling Operations
4.2.7 Installing DOT/ICC Exchange Cylinders or Stationary Cylinders
4.2.8 Installing ASME Aboveground Tanks
4.2.9 Installing UG ASME Tanks
4.2.10 Installing Corrosion Protection Systems for Underground Tanks and Metal Distribution
Lines
4.2.11 Installing Manifold Cylinders or ASME Tanks
4.2.12 Installing Buried Distribution Lines Using PE Tubing and Fittings
4.2.13 Installing PE Piping Using Heat Fusion
4.2.14 Repairing PE Piping
4.2.15 Installing Regulators
4.2.16 Installing Copper Tubing in Distribution Systems
4.2.17 Installing Steel Piping in Distribution Systems
4.2.18 Installing Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing
4.2.19 Performing Pressure Tests on Gas Distribution Lines
4.2.20 Installing Vapor Meters
4.2.21 Purging Gas Distribution Lines
4.2.22 Performing Gas Distribution System Leak Checks
4.2.23 Placing Appliances Into Service
4.2.24 Documenting and Recordkeeping
4.2.25 Communicating Consumer Propane Information to the Customer
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Transfer System Operations Module Map
5.1.1 Determining Disperser Application, Operating Requirements & Proper Location
5.1.2 Identifying Required Dispenser Tank Valves and Fittings
5.1.3 Identifying Dispenser Electrical System Requirements
5.1.4 Applying Propane Pump Operating Characteristics & Selecting the Dispenser Pump
5.1.5 Identifying Dispenser Shutdown Systems and Fire Extinguisher Requirements
5.1.6 Selecting Dispenser Transfer Hose(s), Hose End Valves, Hose Safety Devices, and
Adapters
5.1.7 Identifying Auxiliary Equipment Used With Propane Dispensers
5.1.8 Identifying Metering Systems & Maintenance Procedures For Service Station Dispensers
5.1.9 Installing Propane Dispensers
5.1.10 Identifying Requirements for Dispensers with Aggregate Storage Tank Capacity Greater
Than 4000 Water Gallons
Appliance Installation Module Map
6.1.1 Verifying Proper Container Sizing & Adequate Vapor Supply for Gas Appliances
6.1.1 Verifying Container Size & Vapor Supply
6.1.2 Verifying Adequate Piping Sizing and Pressure Regulation for Gas Appliance Systems
6.1.3 Installing Piping & Tubing
6.1.4 Pressure Testing Newly Installed Piping
6.2.1 Identifying the Burning Characteristics of Propane
6.2.2 Converting Appliances to Propane & Verifying Proper Input for High Altitude Installations
6.2.3 Identifying Gas Burner Components, Controls and Normal Operating Conditions
6.2.4 Identifying Burner Operating Problems & Verifying Proper Operation of Adjustable Primary
Air Burners
6.3.1 Standard Method for Indoor Combustion Air
6.3.2 KAIR Method for Combustion Air
6.3.3 Identifying Options for Supplying Outside Air for Combustion, Ventilation & Dilution of Flue
Gases
6.3.4 Verifying Proper Ventilation for Direct Vent Appliance
6.3.5 Verifying Proper Ventilation for High Efficiency Gas Appliances
6.4.1 Factors Related to Venting & Ventilation
6.4.2 National Fuel Gas Code Venting Requirements
6.4.3 Metallic Venting System Design Characteristics
6.4.4 Sizing Single Natural Draft or Fan-Assisted Appliance
6.4.5 Sizing Multiple Category 1 Appliance Vents
6.4.6 Identifying Approved Vent Installation Techniques
6.5.1 Purging Air & gas-Air Mixtures
6.5.2 Leak Checking New Piping in a Propane Gas Appliance Vapor Distribution System
6.5.3 Lighting Standing Pilot Appliances
6.5.4 Verifying Proper Operation of Electronic Ignition Appliances
6.5.5 Verify Proper Operation of Water Heater Controls
6.5.6 Verify Proper Regulator Operation
6.5.7 Verifying Proper Location & Installation of Vented Appliances
6.5.8 Verifying Proper Location and Installation of Appliances Designed to Operate Without Vents
6.5.9 Communicating Propane Consumer Information to the Customer & Documenting Delivery of
Consumer Information
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Applying Basic Electricity Principles to Service Appliances
7.1.1 Identifying Basic Troubleshooting Principles
7.1.2 Identifying the Properties of Electrical Circuits
7.1.3 Applying a Systems Approach to Gas Appliance Troubleshooting
7.2.1 Identifying Basic Meter and Hazard Reducing Guidelines Used in Measuring Electrical
Quantities
7.2.2 Identifying Procedures for Measuring Voltage Between Two Given Points in an Electrical
Circuit
7.2.3 Identifying Procedures for Measuring Resistance Between Two Given Points in an Electrical
Circuit
7.2.4 Identifying Procedures for Measuring Current Between Two Given Points in an Electrical
Circuit
7.3.1 Identifying the Operating Characteristics of Common Sensing Devices
7.3.2 Identifying the Components and Operating Characteristics of Electronic Ignition Systems
7.3.3 Identifying the Components and Operating Characteristics of Wall Thermostats (Heat Only)
7.3.4 Identifying the Components and Operating Characteristics of Limit and Fan Controls
7.3.5 Identifying the Function and Characteristics of Draft Fans & Controls
7.4.1 Identifying the Operating Characteristics of Circuit Control Devices, Electromagnetic
Devices & Transformers
7.4.2 Reading Electrical Control Circuit Diagrams
7.4.3 Identifying Systematic Troubleshooting Techniques and Guidelines for Gas Operated
Equipment
Large Industrial/Commercial Gas Fired Equipment
Connection & Service Module Map
8.1 Determining Gas Supply Requirements For Large Industrial Gas-Fired Equipment
8.2 Identifying Characteristics and Functions of Valve Trains and Ignition Safety Systems Used
With Large Gas-Fired Equipment
8.3 Identifying Characteristics and Functions of Safety Controls and Burner Designs Used With
Large Gas-Fired Equipment
8.4 Identifying System Testing And Start-Up Procedures That Apply To Large Gas-Fired
Equipment
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CETP Forms
The forms included in this section may be copied and used in your training and
certification procedures.
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2006 Certified Employee Training Program Paper and Pencil Test Order Form
DATE NEEDED BY:
Group #
Send order to ITS by fax: 270/753-9807 or phone: 270/753-2150 x 107
Quantity
*Price
Name of Test
$50.00
1.0 Basic Principles & Practices (prerequisite for all certifications except 2.3)
$50.00
2.2 Operating a Bobtail to Deliver Propane (includes Delivery Basics)
$50.00
2.3 Operating a Transport to Deliver Propane (includes Basic P&P and Delivery Basics)
$50.00
2.4 Operating a Cylinder Delivery Vehicle to Deliver Propane (includes Delivery Basics)
$50.00
2.5 Operating a Truck, Tank Trailer or Tractor/Trailer to Deliver or Relocate ASME Tanks
(includes Delivery Basics)
$50.00
2.2/2.4 Operating a Bobtail or Cylinder Delivery Vehicle to Deliver Propane (Combined)
(includes Delivery Basics)
$50.00
3.0 Basic Plant Operations
$50.00
4.1 Layout, Design and Selection of a Vapor Distribution System
$50.00
4.2 Preparing and Installing Vapor Distribution System Components
$50.00
5.0 Transfer System Operations
$50.00
6.0 Appliance Installation (prerequisite to Appliance Service)
$50.00
7.0 Appliance Service
$50.00
8.0 Large/Commercial Equipment
$50.00
3.5 Performing Cargo Tank Product Transfers (Optional specialized certification; 3.0 prerequisite)
$50.00
3.6 Performing Railcar Product Transfers (Optional specialized certification; 3.0 prerequisite)
$50.00
3.7 Maintaining DOT Intermodal (IM) Tanks (Optional specialized certification; 3.0 prerequisite)
GAS Check Certification (Optional)
$50.00
GAS Check®
$50.00
1.0 Basic Principles & Practices – Maine (with natural gas supplement)
$50.00
6.0 Appliance Installation – Maine (with natural gas supplement)
Maine Tests
TEST PROCTOR INFORMATION (where tests will be shipped—please provide all information):
Name:
*NPGA Proctor ID:
*tests will not be scored without a valid Proctor
ID issued by NPGA/Castle.
See www.npga.org for more information.
Company:
Address:
City, State ZIP:
‰ Business
‰ Residence
Email Address:
Telephone:
All test orders must be prepaid with a credit card. Test orders will not be placed without all completed credit card information indicated
below. Credit will be issued on card for unused tests returned within 30 days of test order date. There is a 10% restock fee for returned tests.
No credit will be given for opened unused tests, damaged tests received, or tests received after 90 days of test order date. Only affiliated
State Associations will be invoiced.
CREDIT CARD BILLING INFORMATION (must be completed):
Type (Visa or Mastercard):
Ship Certificates to:
Card Number:
(+ last 3 digits on back of the card)
Expiration Date:
Name (as appears on card):
Credit Card Billing Address:
City, State ZIP:
*Visit www.npga.org for information on online CETP testing; online testing option is available for $40.00 each.
Propane Education & Research Council
Industry Feedback Form
PERC Program
For Example: CETP E-Learning, Dispensing Propane Safely, etc.
Item Number
If applicable and/or known
For Example: PRC 00001
Book or Program Title
For Example: CETP Basic Principles & Practices
Printing date
If applicable and/or know
For Example: © 2006
Page Number
If applicable and/or known
Action Requested
New Text
Graphic
Revised Text
Other
Action and Reason for Proposed Action
Include proposed updated text or graphic, and supporting information.
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Subject
Note: The subject should clearly and accurately express the main idea of your
suggestion.
For Example: Updated Distance Requirements.
Reference or similar
piece
Note: Type in details that reference and support your suggestion.
For Example: A document or book information (title, pages number, publication date and
publisher), a website address, or a federal organization name and regulation number.
Method of submitting reference material
Fax
Regular Mail
E-mail
Other
Note: If you are unable to type or print your reference details that reference and support
your suggestion, please choose a method.
You may support your suggestion with additional documents and materials. Propane
Education & Research Council encourages you to fax, mail or e-mail additional
supporting materials.
Contact Information:
Name:
Company:
Address:
City, State, Zip:
Phone:
Email:
You will receive a response, once the Industry Feedback Form is received. If you
do not receive a response within an appropriate time, please contact PERC at
(202) 452-8975.
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Certified Employee Training Program (CETP) Order Form
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